Carrie Marusich

SLM 521

Web Drop-in #2

Let‘s Roll!!!!!

Before we actually begin ACTUALLY building your roller coasters we will look at the Physics behind the coasters and use an online source to virtually build a sample coaster. You might want to pay attention to what works online and use some ideas with your coaster…

Click on the picture to start the fun!

http://www.learner.org/exhibits/parkphysics/index.html

Check the provided link and complete the activities. Once you’re done, answer the following questions:

1. Explain what you learned from at least one of the activities.

2. How has your understanding of how roller coasters work changed?

3. How can you apply this information to your coaster?