Strand C: Energy and Momentum

Learn about the different ways that heat is transferred.

Litter isn't just a problem on Earth. When litter ends up in space, it can cause collisions and other consequences for satellites, the International Space Station and even for people on Earth!

10 images of some spherical objects such as golf balls and tennis balls that are made of different materials and used for specific purposes

Put on your running shoes and sharpen your pencil! Investigate the mathematical connection between work and power in this hands-on activity.

Hydraulics power many of the large machines you see around you.

Learn how moving water can be used to generate electricity. This is called hydroelectric power generation.

Is it magic? No - it’s physics! Use circular motion to overcome the force of gravity and amaze your family!

In this hands on activity build a wheelbarrow from simple materials to explore just how useful simple machines can be!

Pecking puts a lot of force on a woodpecker’s brain. But scientists think woodpecker bodies are adapted to help keep them from being injured during pecking-related collisions.

Sometimes, power plants make too much electricity. Energy storage technologies can help! They store the extra electricity and release it when demand goes up.

The game of billiards shows the principles of collisions, momentum & impulse, and kinetics at work!