Experiments
Name simple experiment we can do to view friction between objects
What if we slide something across different surfaces
Scientist who is known for laws of motion
Newton
Eventually all objects fall due to this force
What is gravity?
The moment an object breaks away and can no longer withstand force
What is a breaking point?
The force that keeps planets in the solar system together
What is gravitational force
Name an experiment we did that can show us kinetic energy being transferred between objects on a track
What is the experiment with carts and bumpers?
Scientists known for theory of relativity and e=mc2
Einstein
A person sliding will eventually stop due to _____ with the ground.
What is peak force?
This term is used to describe an object speeding up
What is acceleration?
Name the experiment early in the year that measured the "elastic limit" and "breaking point" of an object.
What is the popsicle stick experiment with a spring scale?
Scientist who invented dynamite and has prestigious award prizes named after him.
Nobel
When a ball gets hit, energy is transferred after this happens
What is contact force?
Energy that allows for movement of an object.
(The main idea of this whole unit)
What is kinetic energy?
Word used to describe the amount of space an object takes up
What is mass/volume?
The Science Guy
Bill Nye
If I pulled back a bow and arrow but DID NOT yet shoot it... what kind of energy is being stored?
What is potential energy?
Guidelines that must be met during a design experiment to show success
What is criteria?
Mass or speed has a bigger effect on the amount of force of an object
What is speed.
Name an experiment/project we did that had to use different materials in order to meet criteria and constraints for protecting athletes.
What is the final egg drop, helmet design project?
Scientist, inventor who is known for his work understanding electromagnetic fields and helping develop wireless communication (Hint: Car company named in his honor)
Nikola Tesla
When I kicked a soccer ball I gave it _____ in order for it to move.
What is Kinetic Energy?
A nerve cell that sends signals throughout the body, brain and spinal cord
What is an axon?
Measurement to describe the amount of force placed on an object.
What is a newton? (N)