Roller Coaster Science and Overcoming Fears

Roller Coaster Science and Overcoming Fears

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

5th - 8th Grade

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Created by

Olivia Brooks

Used 1+ times

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Charlie and Kirby visit a theme park to confront their fear of roller coasters. They explore the science behind motion sickness and roller coaster physics, learning about energy conservation and G forces. Through conditioning and understanding, they overcome their fears and ride the Kingda Ka, the tallest and fastest roller coaster in North America. The experience is both thrilling and educational, leaving them ready for new challenges.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Charlie and Kirby are at the theme park?

To conduct a science experiment

To meet friends

To overcome their fear of roller coasters

To enjoy the rides

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current accepted explanation for motion sickness?

Vestibular imbalance

Sensory conflict theory

Visual disorientation

Inner ear infection

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do roller coasters operate without engines?

By manual pushing

Through the law of conservation of energy

Using solar power

With wind turbines

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary form of energy at the top of a roller coaster hill?

Kinetic energy

Potential energy

Electrical energy

Thermal energy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are G-forces?

Forces due to gravity

Forces due to air resistance

Forces due to acceleration

Forces due to friction

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it practically impossible to fall out of a loop on a roller coaster?

The loops are enclosed

G-forces press riders into their seats

The loops are not very high

The seats have seatbelts

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What principle is used in the braking system of roller coasters?

Archimedes' Principle

Bernoulli's Principle

Lens's Law

Newton's Third Law

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