1. How is energy transformed between potential and kinetic on a roller coaster?
There are no engines on a roller coaster. What causes it to move?
Roller coasters have an increased acceleration as they go down a hill. Is acceleration a force? Why or why not?
What force causes us to feel the thrill on a roller coaster?
QOTD

2. Roller Coaster Physics!

3. Objectives Identify forces and motion in text and on roller coasters.
Define terms associated with motion and force.
Write a summary of an article on roller coasters.
Design a roller coaster and label where motion and forces are observed.
Build a digital roller coaster using physics knowledge.

4. Roller Coaster Physics
Watch Centripetal Force – Cool Science Video
Define Centripetal (in your notes)
Watch Top 10 Roller coasters of 2018
Write down where you see the forces and what they are (in your notes).
A roller coaster does not have an engine to generate energy. How does it build up a supply of potential energy that will be used to move the train along the track?
How does the height of the first hill of a roller coaster affect the train?
How does the wheel design prevent cars from flipping off the track?
Towards the end of the text, there are two misconceptions presented about inertia and acceleration. Explain these two misconceptions and why they are incorrect

5. Article- Everyday Mysteries
Read the article
On a separate sheet of paper
Write down answers to the questions.
Summarize the article 2 paragraphs, 5 sentences
Define the terms using both word definitions and equations.
Sketch roller coaster and label potential energy, kinetic energy, and centripetal force
A roller coaster does not have an engine to generate energy. How does it build up a supply of potential energy that will be used to move the train along the track?
How does the height of the first hill of a roller coaster affect the train?
How does the wheel design prevent cars from flipping off the track?
Towards the end of the text, there are two misconceptions presented about inertia and acceleration. Explain these two misconceptions and why they are incorrect

6. What is centripetal force? Where do you see it in a roller coaster?
When a roller coaster car is on a hill, where is the potential energy and the kinetic energy?
What is the force of a roller coaster car if it weighs 300 kg starting at a velocity of 5 m/s and ending with a velocity of 8 m/s?
What is meant my “g force”? If a roller coaster car is “5 G’s” what does this mean?
QOTD
When designing your roller coaster, what are the physics concepts that you have learned that will be helpful and very important to apply?
How do these concepts translate to your challenge to design a roller coaster that provides a thrilling experience that is safe for riders?
What are the potential issues if a roller coaster is not designed with all the forces and motion in mind?
How do you overcome those issues?

7. Objectives Identify forces and motion in text and on roller coasters.
Define terms associated with motion and force.
Write a summary of an article on roller coasters.
Design a roller coaster and label where motion and forces are observed.
Build a digital roller coaster using physics knowledge.

8. Roller Coaster Physics
Watch
Watch Roller Coaster Forces Video
Write down the forces and where you see them
Design
Design Your Own Roller Coaster (Group Activity)
Sketch a roller coaster
Label the acceleration points, deceleration points, g forces, potential, and kinetic energy
Build
Build a Digital Coaster Based on Physics Knowledge (Whole Class)
When designing your roller coaster, what are the physics concepts that you have learned that will be helpful and very important to apply?
How do these concepts translate to your challenge to design a roller coaster that provides a thrilling experience that is safe for riders?
What are the potential issues if a roller coaster is not designed with all the forces and motion in mind?
How do you overcome those issues?

9. What are the challenges engineers face in building a rollercoaster?
What is g-force? What are the types? Where do you see it in a roller coaster?
What are the challenges engineers face in building a rollercoaster?
What causes a roller coaster car to move? What happens if it slows down? What is needed to get it moving fast again?
Why is the height of the first hill important in designing a roller coaster?
QOTD
When designing your roller coaster, what are the physics concepts that you have learned that will be helpful and very important to apply?
How do these concepts translate to your challenge to design a roller coaster that provides a thrilling experience that is safe for riders?
What are the potential issues if a roller coaster is not designed with all the forces and motion in mind?
How do you overcome those issues?

10. Roller Coaster Physics
Watch
Watch Chain Lift Hills Explained Video
Write why chain lifts are important and how they contribute to kinetic energy.
Design
Design Roller coaster (class)
Discuss forces and motion
Build
Build a Digital Coaster Based on Physics Knowledge (Class)
When designing your roller coaster, what are the physics concepts that you have learned that will be helpful and very important to apply?
How do these concepts translate to your challenge to design a roller coaster that provides a thrilling experience that is safe for riders?
What are the potential issues if a roller coaster is not designed with all the forces and motion in mind?
How do you overcome those issues?