The Science of NASCAR

Introduction

There's more science to NASCAR than people may think. View this Prezi for more information: https://prezi.com/y1b83ysyphoz/the-science-of-nascar/

Task

 Answer the 5 questions under the Process bar for a review. Go to Kahoot and play the game.

Process

1. Why do NASCAR drivers wear firesuits?

  1. Because they want to.
  2. Firesuits look cool.
  3. Firesuits decrease heat transfer.
  4. None of the above.

2. What affects the car’s sound?

  1. Newton’s 3rd Law.
  2. The Doppler Effect.
  3. The Quantum Theory.
  4. A solar eclipse.

3. What are “aerodynamics”?

  1. I have no idea.
  2. I really have no idea at all.
  3. I have no possible clue to what this word means.
  4. The study of the properties of a solid object and the way air moves around it.

4. Which of the below are factors in NASCAR that save lives? (Check all that apply)

  1. The car structure.
  2. The track shape.
  3. All of these answers.
  4. The seat construction.

5. What is the topic of science of this presentation that we have been talking about this whole time, while you have been sleeping?

  1. Zzz…
  2. idek y’all
  3. NASCAR LOVE
  4. we’re all tired and hungry
Evaluation

Think about some other sports that science could possibly be applied to. What different areas of science can this sport apply to?

Conclusion

There's more science to NASCAR than people may think. Hope you weren't too bored with this. Thanks for listening!!!!! or not listening, either way...

Credits
Teacher Page

Reference Mr. Huffman for any questions or extra information.