Roller Coaster Builder

Submitted by smileadmin on Thu, 10/29/2009 - 09:50

Source Institution

  • Lawrence Hall of Science

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Description

In this online activity about the physics of momentum and velocity, learners design their own roller coasters. Once the track has been built, the roller coaster is tested using a virtual ball. Through trial and error, the learner discovers how much momentum is needed to move the ball through the entire course.

Quick Guide

  • Preparation Time: Under 5 minutes
  • Learning Time: 5 to 10 minutes
  • Estimated materials cost: free
  • Age Range: Ages 4 - 8
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  • Language: English

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Informal Categories

  • Computers
  • Games
  • Model Building

Subjects

  • Physical Sciences
    • Motion and Forces
      • Gravity
      • Momentum and Velocity
Audience

To use this activity learners need to

  • see
  • use keyboard
  • use mouse

Learning styles supported

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities
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Lawrence Hall of Science, The University of California Regents

Rights

All Rights Reserved, The University of California Regents, ©2008

Funding sources

  • National Science Foundation

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