Science of Race Cars: Studying Forces and Motion

by Karen Latchana Kenney

Book Overview

In this engaging title, young readers learn about the moving form of energy that is motion! The relationship of mass and acceleration is explained, as are the forces of downforce, updraft, friction, inertia, centripetal force, and the role of aerodynamics in managing these forces. These properties are illustrated by the running of car races. Colorful infographics make internal combustion, mass and acceleration, and centripetal force easily accessible,...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1624039634
• ISBN13: 9781624039638
• Release Date: December 2015
• Publisher: Checkerboard Library
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.8" x 7.9"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6