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Thursday, June 17, 2010

Roller Coasters and Physics

Here are some fun online applications that you can use to make roller coasters and learn a little about physics along the way. Students will choose track heights, shapes, and dips to create the ultimate thrill ride that is not too scary or dangerous.

Caret's Roller Coaster Designer:

















Fossweb's Roller Coaster:















Spark Lab's Roller Coaster Designer:















Roller Coaster Creator:















If you want a great lesson plan involving roller coaster physics, take a look at Amusement Park Physics and Take a Roller Coaster Ride.
Posted by Karen Ogen
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2 comments:

  1. I really like the Spark Lab and Roller Coaster Creator site. This is a fun way for students to learn about and practice force, energy, and motion.

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  2. I is wonderful way of teaching conservation of energy ,For students to learn about physics in this way will be a fun.

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