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After an introduction to Newton's laws of motion, you will learn the mechanics of various amusement park rides, including roller coasters, Ferris wheels, carousels and gravity rides. Learn how to measure motion and how kinetic and potential energy apply to your favourite rides.Contents
Contents : The science of amusement parks -- Simple and compound machines -- Measuring motion -- That sinking feeling -- Will you build the next great ride? -- Appendices : Lab : make your own pinwheel -- glossary -- index -- Scientists then and now -- image credits.
