What's the Fastest Speed a Person Could Run

What's the Fastest Speed a Person Could Run

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Science, Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the potential limits of human running speed, using Usain Bolt as a benchmark. It discusses various factors affecting speed, such as muscle contraction and the stance phase. The video suggests that while humans have not yet reached their maximum speed, evolutionary constraints and muscle mechanics impose limits. Future advancements might require genetic engineering or new running techniques to surpass these limits.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why do scientists believe there is a maximum human running speed?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What adaptations might be necessary for humans to exceed current speed limits?

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