VOICED : Dutch student team sets world land-speed

VOICED : Dutch student team sets world land-speed

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Physics, Science, Physical Ed

9th - 12th Grade

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The video covers the Netherlands human-powered team's achievement of a new world land speed record, with Sebastian Bovair reaching over 83 miles per hour. The record was confirmed after a delay by Nevada officials. The event took place on a flat surface, ideal for such attempts. A tandem bike record attempt faced challenges, including a crash. Bovaird shared that success relies on both the bike's aerodynamics and the rider's condition. The team's project manager highlighted a key aerodynamic discovery that contributed to their success.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the speed achieved by Sebastian Bovair to set the new world land speed record?

100 miles per hour

90 miles per hour

83 miles per hour

75 miles per hour

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the annual gathering for the human-powered vehicle event take place?

On a mountainous terrain

On a sandy beach

In a dense forest

On the flattest and most forgiving surface

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the glowworm tandem bike during the event?

It set a new record

It won the race

It split into two

It was disqualified

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Sebastian Bovair, what is crucial for achieving high speeds in cycling?

A colorful bike

A heavy bike

A bike with large wheels

An aerodynamic bike and a fit rider

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What small change made a significant difference in the bike's performance?

Adjusting the ergonomic shape

Increasing the wheel size

Changing the color

Adding more weight