Wild ride: get a grip

Learning Material  |  Interactive Lesson


Published on 2018 August 13th

Description
Investigate the role of friction in performance of bicycle tyres. Test how the type of tread affects grip and speed. Choose tyres best suited to track and weather conditions in a time trial. This learning object is one in a series of four objects.
Objective
Students investigate the role of friction in performance of bicycle tyres.
Students relate tyre grip to friction forces generated between a range of surfaces.

Curriculum Information

K to 12
Grade 8, Grade 9
Science
Force Motion and Energy
Learners, Students

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