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The Science Behind Roller Coasters: How Physics Fuels the Thrill

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🎢 How do roller coasters turn metal tracks and gravity into pure exhilaration? In this episode of Science Deep Dive, we take a deep dive into the physics behind your favorite thrill rides. From the towering first drop to the heart-pounding loops, every second of a roller coaster ride is a masterclass in Newton’s Laws, energy transformations, and the forces that keep you in your seat.

We’ll uncover:

✅ The history of roller coasters—from ice slides to steel giants

✅ How potential and kinetic energy create thrilling motion

✅ The role of gravity, friction, and G-forces in every twist and turn

✅ Cutting-edge coaster technology, including magnetic launches and VR

Strap in for a wild ride through the science of thrills!

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30 episodes

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Content provided by Daily Deep Dives. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Daily Deep Dives or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

🎢 How do roller coasters turn metal tracks and gravity into pure exhilaration? In this episode of Science Deep Dive, we take a deep dive into the physics behind your favorite thrill rides. From the towering first drop to the heart-pounding loops, every second of a roller coaster ride is a masterclass in Newton’s Laws, energy transformations, and the forces that keep you in your seat.

We’ll uncover:

✅ The history of roller coasters—from ice slides to steel giants

✅ How potential and kinetic energy create thrilling motion

✅ The role of gravity, friction, and G-forces in every twist and turn

✅ Cutting-edge coaster technology, including magnetic launches and VR

Strap in for a wild ride through the science of thrills!

  continue reading

30 episodes

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