Roller Coaster Physics

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main topic of this quiz?
Choosing the best answer
Understanding the question
Finding the correct answer
Exploring different topics
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the two main types of energy involved in roller coasters?
thermal energy and electrical energy
potential energy and kinetic energy
sound energy and light energy
nuclear energy and gravitational energy
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3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of energy is the highest at the top of the first hill?
kinetic energy
thermal energy
potential energy
nuclear energy
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does gravity play in roller coasters?
Gravity provides the force that pulls the coaster down the track.
Gravity causes the coaster to move in a straight line.
Gravity has no effect on roller coasters.
Gravity provides the force that pushes the coaster up the track.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-1
NGSS.MS-PS3-2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is the first hill of a roller coaster always the highest?
To increase the thrill factor of the ride.
To ensure a smooth transition into the rest of the ride.
To make the ride more visually appealing.
To provide the initial potential energy for the rest of the ride.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the height of a roller coaster affect its speed?
The height of a roller coaster affects its speed due to the force of gravity.
The height of a roller coaster affects its speed due to the principle of conservation of energy.
The higher the roller coaster, the slower its speed.
The height of a roller coaster has no effect on its speed.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-1
NGSS.MS-PS3-2
NGSS.MS-PS3-5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What safety measures are implemented in roller coasters?
Seat belts, lap bars, shoulder harnesses, automatic braking systems, emergency stop buttons, sensors, regular inspections and maintenance
Smoke detectors, seat warmers, GPS trackers, cup holders
Ropes, helmets, fire extinguishers, seat cushions
Safety nets, airbags, speed limiters, handrails
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