CO2 Dragster Vocabulary 2

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CO2 Cartridge

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A small, sealed metal tube that contains compressed carbon dioxide, used to propel the car down the track.

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Axle

Back

A bar that connects the wheels of a vehicle.

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Specifications

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A set of specific requirements for a project or competition, often including measurements.

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Drag

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The force that slows down an object because air gets in the way and cannot move around it.

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Power Plant

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The CO2 cartridge onboard a race car, serving as a source of energy.

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Friction

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The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another.

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Dragster

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A type of car designed for racing, specifically built to maximize speed and minimize drag.

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Aerodynamics

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The study of how gases interact with moving bodies, crucial for designing fast vehicles.

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Wheelbase

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The distance between the front and rear axles of a vehicle, affecting stability and handling.

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Momentum

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The quantity of motion an object has, dependent on its mass and velocity.