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1 online resource (streaming video file) (30 min.) ; 142624919 bytes |
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What does a bounding kangaroo, a terrifying theme park ride and a snooker trick shot all have in common? Movement and Motion! 300 years ago Sir Isaac Newton came up with his three laws of motion to explain the movement of an object. So what are they and what do they mean? Join Dr Rob as he takes us on a ride and SCOPES out all the science behind motion.Motion 101Join Peter Poon, Physicist with CSIRO, as he explains how and why most things in the universe move, by demonstrating Sir Isaac Newton's first, second and third laws of motion. Mental Breakdown- Speed Vs AccelerationEvery moving object has a speed and acceleration, and while they are not the same thing, they are fairly closely related. Join Dr. Rob as he breaks it down!SnookerYou might think that playing snooker doesn't involve much science, but think again! Join David Cosgriff, Victorian representative in Snooker and Billiards, as he explains that almost every aspect of the game is ruled by the laws of physics. Kangaroo LocomotionKangaroos are experts at surviving in and travelling across the Australian outback. This is partly due to their extremely energy efficient mode of locomotion. Join Kelly Rainbow, a Keeper at Healesville Sanctuary, as she exposes the science behind the powerful kangaroo hop.Junior Experiment- Hula HoopsSir Isaac Newton's laws of motion can even be explained by using the humble hula hoop. Join Naomi, a junior scientist with the Double Helix Club, as she demonstrates how to make a hula hoop and describes the physics behind them. Motion SicknessDizziness, headaches, sweating, feeling sick and vomiting are all symptoms of motion sickness. You might have experienced it before, but why does it happen? Join Tania Romano, a physiology student at the University of Melbourne, as she explains what's up with motion sickness. Theme Park RidesAcceleration, freefall, g-forces, gravity. Theme park rides are not only thrilling but also involve a thrilling amount of science. Join Andy Keir, physicist, as he explains the ups and downs of motion physics.So hold onto your hat and get ready for a motion packed episode as Dr Rob proves once again that the ordinary really does become extraordinary, under the SCOPE! |
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Closed captioning in English |
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Broadcast 2011-01-01 at 09:00:00 |
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Classification: G |
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Acceleration (Mechanics)
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Gravity.
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Kangaroos -- Behavior.
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Motion -- Simulation methods.
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Snooker.
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Australia.
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Streaming video
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Bell, Robert, host
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