Bibliograph

The science of race cars, studying forces and motion, Karen Latchana Kenney

Type

Label

The science of race cars, studying forces and motion, Karen Latchana Kenney

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The science of race cars

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

915056937

Responsibility statement

Karen Latchana Kenney

Series statement

Science in action

Sub title

studying forces and motion

Summary

"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, and prominent contributors such as Junior Johnson and Sir Isaac Newton are featured. A fun experiment with friction brings the science of motion to life!"--Publisher's website

Table Of Contents

Drafting for speed! -- Forces and motion -- Ready, set, race! -- Engine friction -- Speeding up -- Good grip -- Weight and gravity -- Banked turns -- Air's power -- Lift -- Momentum protection

Target audience

juvenile

Classification