The Pi-Finder Experiment

The Pi-Finder Experiment
Discover Pi for yourself using just a string and a circular object!
Fizzlebop Supply List:

• A round object (plate, lid, can, frisbee, etc.)
• A flexible measuring tape or a piece of string
• A ruler
• A calculator

The Experiment:

1. Measure the Circumference – Wrap the string around the widest part of the circle (its circumference). Mark the spot where the string meets itself.
2. Measure the Diameter – Stretch the string across the middle of the circle from one side to the other. Mark the length of the diameter.
3. Do Some Fizztastic Math! – Use the formula for Pi: π=CircumferenceDiameter\pi = \frac{\text{Circumference}}{\text{Diameter}}π=DiameterCircumference​ Divide your circumference measurement by the diameter. You should get close to 3.14—the magical number Pi!

Fizz Fact about Pi!Pi is an irrational number, meaning it goes on forever without repeating. Scientists have calculated over 62 trillion digits of Pi, but for most experiments, 3.14 is just fine!
Bonus Challenge!Try measuring different circular objects and see if Pi is always the same! (Hint: It is! 😆)
This is a Fizz-tastic way to celebrate Pi Day while connecting math with real-world experiments! Want more faith and science fun? Check out Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop for more STEAM-filled adventures! 🚀🔬

Have a FIZZTASTIC time,
Dr. Fizzlebop

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