The science of roller coasters : understanding energy / by Karen Latchana Kenney.

Title:

ISBN:

9781624039645

Personal Author:

Kenney, Karen Latchana

Publication Information:

North Mankato, Minnesota : Abdo Publishing, [2016]

Physical Description:

32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 21 cm.

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

What is energy? -- Gravity design -- Gravity's pull -- High and low hills -- A speedy ride -- Direction and acceleration -- Taking loops -- Sharp turns -- Feeling g-forces -- End of the ride.

Summary:

"In this engaging title, young readers learn about different forms of energy! Different forms of energy such a potential and kinetic are explained, as are gravity, acceleration, velocity, g-forces, and centripetal force. These properties are illustrated by the design and operation of roller coasters. Colorful infographics make joules and shifting energy easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as LaMarcus Thompson are featured. A fun experiment with potential and kinetic energy brings the science of energy to life!"--Publisher's website.

Program Information:

Accelerated Reader AR MG 5.1 0.5 180184.

Subject Term:

Roller coasters -- Design and construction

Force and energy

Gravity

Audience:

850L Lexile

Series Title:

Science in action.

Series Sequence:

Science in action