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Term | Definition |
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Physics | The branch of Science dealing with matter and energy. Scientists who work in physics are called physicists. They study such things as moving objects. |
Potential energy | stored energy |
Kinetic Energy | The energy of a moving object. |
conservation | In physics, the idea that something cannot be destroyed. For example, energy is always conserved, but may change from one form to another. |
Center of gravity | The point in an object where the object’s weight seems to be centered. |
Effort | The amount of force needed to move and object from one place to another. |
G-force | The force that acceleration puts on a coaster rider. |
centrifugal force | Movement or tending to move away from a center. |
positive g | Force makes you feel heavier. |
negative g-forces | Makes you feel like you are going to fly off the ride. |