Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Classroom. |
| Authors: |
Chattopadhyay, Dhrubajyoti1 dckc.sc@gmail.com |
| Source: |
Resonance: Journal of Science Education. Apr2016, Vol. 21 Issue 4, p381-386. 6p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Physics textbooks, *Science students, *Physics teachers, Archimedes' principle, Pressure |
| Abstract: |
This article deals with situations where textbooks actually promote misconceptions in physics students. The particular case of weighing a filled balloon is taken up. An experimental approach to exploring this topic is described, bringing home the fact that because of Archimedes' principle, one cannot weigh air in a container surrounded by air at the same pressure. This example is used to make some general points about addressing misconceptions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
