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Is the transfer of energy different in bumper cars with stable versus bouncy bumpers? One of the variables explored in the simulation is bumper type; other variables are the mass and velocity of each car. This allows pupils to see the the conservation of energy as well as the difference in velocity and force based on these factors.
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Instructional Ideas
- Remind students of the reason the velocity for one car is negative when it is not traveling backwards
Classroom Considerations
- Must have a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
- Assumes prior knowledge of velocity, mass, force, and interpreting graphs
Pros
- Includes graphs of velocity and force for both cars
- Provides challenge questions to encourage in-depth analysis
Cons
- None