Gymnastics

Which sport is an individual sport?

• Gymnastics

• Volleyball

• Basketball

• Table tennis

What is the primary force acting on a gymnast during a vault?

• Gravity

• Friction

• Magnetism

• Electricity

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Which of the following energy transformations occurs when a gymnast performs a somersault?

• Kinetic to potential

• Potential to kinetic

• Chemical to thermal

• Thermal to chemical

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What is the role of the center of mass in a gymnast's balance beam routine?

• It helps maintain balance

• It increases speed

• It reduces friction

• It enhances flexibility

How does a gymnast increase rotational speed during a spin?

• By extending arms

• By tucking arms in

• By jumping higher

• By slowing down

Which type of lever is most similar to a gymnast's body during a handstand?

• First-class lever

• Second-class lever

• Third-class lever

• Fourth-class lever

What is the effect of air resistance on a gymnast's performance?

• It slows down motion

• It speeds up motion

• It has no effect

• It increases energy

Which scientific principle explains a gymnast's ability to twist in mid-air?

• Conservation of angular momentum

• Newton's first law

• Archimedes' principle

• Bernoulli's principle

What is the main reason gymnasts wear chalk on their hands?

• To reduce friction

• To increase grip

• To enhance flexibility

• To add weight

How does the surface of a gymnastics mat affect a gymnast's landing?

• It absorbs impact

• It increases bounce

• It reduces speed

• It enhances grip

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