Transportation Systems

Front

What is the force that opposes the weight of a glider in flight?

Back

Lift

Front

List the forces that can act on a transportation system.

Back

Lift, Drag, Gravity, Friction, Thrust

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Front

What is an example of a suspension system in a vehicle?

Back

Horse's Saddle

Front

What are the four possible zones of transportation?

Back

Land, Sea, Air, Space

Front

Which part of a car is considered part of its control system?

Back

Steering Wheel

Front

Define 'Lift' in the context of transportation systems.

Back

Lift is the force that directly opposes the weight of an object and holds it in the air.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

Front

What is 'Drag' and how does it affect transportation systems?

Back

Drag is the resistance force that acts opposite to the direction of motion, affecting speed and fuel efficiency.

Front

Explain the role of 'Thrust' in a transportation system.

Back

Thrust is the force that propels a vehicle forward, overcoming drag and enabling movement.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Front

What is 'Gravity' and how does it influence transportation systems?

Back

Gravity is the force that pulls objects toward the Earth, affecting weight and stability in transportation.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

Front

Describe 'Friction' and its impact on vehicles.

Back

Friction is the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another, affecting acceleration and braking.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-5