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The Winter Olympics--On Ice.

Authors :
Hoover, Barbara G.
Source :
Science and Children. Jan 1998 35(4):30-33.
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

Describes several science activities designed around the upcoming Winter Olympics ice skating events which demonstrate the scientific principles behind the sport. Students learn that increasing the pressure on ice will lead to the ice melting, the principle involved in the spinning swing, and the technology of skates and skating outfits. (PVD)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0036-8148
Volume :
35
Issue :
4
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Science and Children
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
EJ558768
Document Type :
Guides - Classroom - Teacher<br />Journal Articles