Wind Powered Car: Part 2 Acceleration Challenge
by Candice Nelson
In part 1 of this investigation, groups were challenged to design for speed and collect data to find the fastest car in the class. Using those designs, part 2 will test the mass of a car vs the power of the motor to find which variable has a greater impact on the acceleration of the car. Data will be collected with the Phyphox app showing acceleration.
Lesson Grade Level
9th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1hYcURWmhGYCLb60Vx1fY9Hzfs1v69zry/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force P4: Energy Transfer Technology 5. Computational Thinker Engineering S3: Apply Mathematics to Engineering S4: Apply Science to Engineering S5: Apply Technology to Engineering S6: Apply Communications to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Speaking & ListeningRelated Content
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