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ERIC Number: EJ287287
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1983
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Roller Coaster Science.
Sumners, Carolyn; Jones, Howard L.
Science and Children, v21 n2 p12-14 Oct 1983
Discusses the science of roller coasters, relating gravity, potential/kinetic energy, inertia, and centripetal force to the various parts of the ride, providing tips on linking classroom discussions to field trips. Includes sample student activity sheet and source for additional units using amusement park rides/playground activities to teach scientific concepts. (JM)
Descriptors: Acceleration (Physics), Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Energy, Field Trips, Force, Gravity (Physics), Mechanics (Physics), Physical Sciences, Physics, Science Activities, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary School Science, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Learner; Reports - Descriptive
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Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Amusement Park Rides; National Science Foundation