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How Roller Coasters Work
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They don't have engines, brakes or accelerators. No, these amazing machines rely on physical, centripetal and gravitational forces to urge thrills, screams and that sinking stomach feeling we all love (and hate). Read more about the science of fun.
How a Globe of Death Works
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The Globe of Death tests the laws of physics and the outer limits of bikes and bodies. See how the Globe of Death works.
How Brakes Work
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Brakes translate a push of a pedal to slowing down your car - but how? Learn how brakes work, about the physics of braking and see a simple brake system.
Does a Parallel Universe Really Exist?
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Remember that traffic accident you avoided the other day? In another universe, you died. Or at least you did according to the Many-Worlds theory.
How Does a Lie Detector (Polygraph) Work?
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You may know a bit about polygraphs, but do you know which physical reactions it actually monitors?
Is Chocolate Addictive?
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Can you truly become physically dependent on chocolate? Find out if science supports the claims of chocolate addiction.
How Hot Air Balloons Work
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Hot air balloons are about as simple as flying can get - no engine, no moving parts really, and very little the pilot can do to control the vehicle. Find out what it's like to fly a hot air balloon!
Does everyone have claustrophobia?
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Claustrophobia is the term for fear of enclosed spaces -- it's physical and psychological. Read about claustrophobia and some common claustrophobic symptoms.
After-School Activities
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After-school activities for kids engage kids in physical and educational play long. Try these after-school activities for kids.
How Waterslides Work
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It's a leap of faith onto a curvy, steep, wet chute... Discover how the principles of physics are at work on with water slides.