Force and Motion:
Investigation Question: How can science knowledge help us construct and explain a model rollercoaster?
Secondary knowledge: What do you remember about potential and kinetic energy? Write at least 2
things you already know about each in your ISN.
Read the information about PE and KE in the link below and add information to your list:
EIA Energy Kids-Forms of Energy
Share with your table the list of things you have written.
Further Knowledge Probe: What do you remember about Newton's Laws of Motion?
Close Read: Newton’s Laws and Roller Coasters
Read the text and answer the questions in this Schoology Assignment and then
submit
Further Knowledge Probe:
Write at least 5 things you already know about force, motion, Newton's laws, and rollercoasters.
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Activity: Your table will now make a poster demonstrating the 3 Law's of Motion.
Directions: On a large sheet of paper split your poster into 3 equal parts. Write the name of each law at the top of each section. Write the law and draw a picture that demonstrates
that law. Label your drawing as necessary.
Knowledge Probe: Read the information about how to Design a Rollercoaster on this site.
Construct your rollercoaster until you get a "thumbs-up" for both Safety and Fun Ratings!
Activity: Design a rollercoaster
Problem: The local amusement park needs a new and safe rollercoaster to boost attendance.
Criteria:
1. Two rises
2. Two falls
3. Lift Hill
4. One loop
5. Completes the course and stops without crashing
Constraints:
1. Uses only materials made available
2. Within the time limit
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