Collisions

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What is a collision?

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A collision is when two or more objects hit each other.

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What is the crumple zone in a car?

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The crumple zone is the part of a car designed to absorb energy during a collision to protect passengers.

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What happens to energy during a collision?

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Some energy is converted into sound and heat.

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What is energy?

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Energy is what makes things happen; it can cause movement or change.

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What is a fair test in an experiment?

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A fair test is when you change only one variable at a time to see how it affects the outcome.

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What happens when Dr. Jeff's mom collides with Izzy?

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Izzy flies back.

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What is the purpose of a bumper on a car?

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The bumper helps to absorb impact during a collision.

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What are the two types of collisions?

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Elastic collisions and inelastic collisions.

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What is an elastic collision?

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An elastic collision is when two objects collide and bounce off each other without losing energy.

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What is an inelastic collision?

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An inelastic collision is when two objects collide and stick together, losing some energy.