Vocabulary Builder Course 7

Introduction
The lesson summarizes the history of roller coasters and presents the basic principles of coaster design.

Destination Title:  Amusement Park Physics

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Directions

• Scroll down until you have read all three questions at the bottom of your screen.
• Then read the "Roller Coaster" article and answer the questions.
• If you want to find out more about roller coasters, follow the "Read more about their history" link. You'll find a history of roller coasters and links to other sites.

1.		How does a roller coaster get the kinetic energy it needs to move around the track?
2.		Which type of roller coaster has the most undulating hills?
3.		Explain why the author of the article thinks wooden roller coasters give riders more of a visceral thrill than steel coasters.