Introduction to Friction: Slowing Things Down
Students will investigate how friction acts as a force that slows down or stops moving objects, experimenting with different surfaces.
Key Questions
- Explain how friction helps to stop a rolling ball.
- Compare the force needed to stop a fast-moving object versus a slow-moving one.
- Design a way to stop a toy car quickly and safely.
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