dynamics

Provides instructions for a variety of experiments to study the effects of forces on bodies or fluids at rest or in motion.

Explores how applied physics relates to the design and construction of roller coasters. Describes the physical dynamics of a roller coaster, explaining the role of potential and kinetic energy, friction, gravity, momentum and acceleration. Also introduces how the inertial effects, known as G forces, give roller coaster riders a thrilling experience.

Uses popular cartoon character Wile E. Coyote to demonstrate science concepts involved with speed and velocity.

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs show early fluent readers some of the physics principles that make bicycles work as they do. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--.

Explore how science is at work in the world around you by examining force and motion on a race car track.

Sir Isaac Newton formulated the laws of universal gravitation and the three laws of motion. These explain how forces act on matter, and on how matter responds to forces. This leads to an understanding of how things move.

Understanding kinetic energy provides the basics on how the world works and about mechanical energy, and it can be used for everything from the design of a roller coaster to the layout of a ramp for snowboarders.

This book explains to young readers the concept of energy. With lots of pictures and examples it makes learning easy and fun. This book, along with the other five books in the series, will stimulate their curiosity and give youngsters an excellent foundation in physics.

"Leo teaches his cat Pallas all about energy and movement by applying his knowledge of science to their stone age world. Engaging illustrations and stories provide a fun introduction to science concepts, including wind energy, air resistance, creating electricity, and more. Information boxes accompany each story to explore real applications of energy and movement in the natural and designed world."--Provided by publisher.