Collision Definition
A collision is when one object hits another. For example, in sports, a bat hitting a ball.
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Collisions
Fun Facts
- A bat colliding with a baseball transfers energy, setting the ball in motion.
- Energy is transferred when a drum stick hits a gong, producing sound.
- Plexiglass sheets surround hockey rinks to prevent pucks from colliding with fans.
Why Do We Need To Know About Collision
Learning about how things collide can help you understand why cars are built to keep us safe. Engineers make special parts of cars, called crumple zones. These squish to absorb crash energy, so people inside the car feel less of the hit.
This idea helps us understand why safety is important in sports, cars, and even how animals act. If something is heavy and fast, it hits harder, which is why we have strong glass at hockey games, safety features in cars, and why animals have their own ways of staying safe.
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