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Explaining momentum has never been easier thanks to Newton’s Cradle – a device designed to demonstrate the conservation of energy with swinging spheres.
Pull back and release one of the balls, and watch as it swings back. The force that propagates through the other balls creates a hypnotic motion.
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- Standard Delivery (3–4 working days) - £5.50
- Express Delivery (1–2 working days) - £7
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- Unframed prints (usually dispatched within 5 working days) - £9.00
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Place Newton’s Cradle on your desk or in the bedroom of an aspiring scientist and bring 17th-century science to life.
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age group
8+ years
compositionIron, wood MDF and nylon
Product code474894
product dimensions18 x 12 x 18cm
Safety warningWarning: this item is not a toy. Keep away from young children.
Suitable forAdults
Full Product Description
Place Newton’s Cradle on your desk or in the bedroom of an aspiring scientist and bring 17th-century science to life.
Specifications
age group8+ years
compositionIron, wood MDF and nylon
Product code474894
product dimensions18 x 12 x 18cm
Safety warningWarning: this item is not a toy. Keep away from young children.
Suitable forAdults
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Customer Reviews
89%would recommend this product
38 reviews
- Theresa D.Verified BuyerReviewingNewton's CradleI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoBirthday present
Birthday Present for 11 year old grandson, I have had one of these for many years and he has always been fascinated with it
- Susan M.Verified BuyerReviewingNewton's CradleI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoNewton’s Cradle
Very pleased.
- roy l.Verified BuyerReviewingNewton's CradleI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoCradle
Hours of fun 😊
- robin w.Verified BuyerReviewingNewton's CradleI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars9 months agoA good, solid unit
Much better than the cheap, plastic stuff for sale on Amazon.
- V M.Verified BuyerReviewingNewton's CradleI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars12 months agoGreat service and item
Really good service from the Science Museum - iconic item, beautifully packaged, well communicated and timely delivery. Thank you
