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National Science Foundation: Science of the Summer Olympics: The Biomechanics of Usain Bolt

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Scientists explain Usain Bolt's biomechanics which allow him to achieve top acceleration and maintain top speed, despite his above-average size and mass. [5:23]

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Concepts
biomechanics
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Classroom Considerations
  • Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
  • The intended use for this resource is Instructional