Colls Makers- Science of Speed

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What is drafting in racing?

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Drafting is a driving strategy that improves speed by reducing air resistance when a car follows closely behind another.

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True or False: Drafting can help a race car go faster.

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True

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What does it mean for a race car to be aerodynamically balanced?

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A race car is aerodynamically balanced when there is a balanced force on the front and back wheels.

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What is aerodynamics?

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Aerodynamics is the science that studies the movement of air and how it interacts with solid objects, like cars.

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What is the formula to calculate speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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If a car travels 100 inches in 10 seconds, what is its speed?

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10 inches per second (in/s).

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What is velocity?

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Velocity is the speed of an object in a specific direction.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is how fast an object is moving, while velocity includes both speed and direction.

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What is the role of aerodynamics in racing?

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Aerodynamics helps reduce drag and improve the speed and stability of race cars.

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What is drag in the context of racing?

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Drag is the resistance an object faces when moving through air.