Download or read book Sports Science Projects written by Madeline Goodstein and published by . This book was released on 2008-07-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How can sports be scientific? Author Madeline Goodstein explains in SPORTS SCIENCE PROJECTS: THE PHYSICS OF BALLS IN MOTION. Baseballs, golf balls, and footballs are just some of the balls compared and examined. Why do baseballs have stitches? Why does a tennis ball have fuzz? How is a Ping-Pong ball changed if you fill its center? By experimenting with the projects, students will find out how much science governs the games they play. They will also discover they have been following the rules of science all along! This book is filled with excellent ideas for science fair projects.
Download or read book Ace Your Sports Science Project written by Madeline Goodstein and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does physics have to do with favorite sports? Readers will use baseball, basketball, football, and other sports to learn about the science behind sports–the Magnus effect, topspin and backspin, center of gravity, and more. Many of these high-interest sports experiments can be used to motivate students to participate in a science fair project.
Download or read book Goal Science Projects with Soccer written by Madeline Goodstein and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Presents several science experiments using physics and soccer"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Lab Reports and Projects in Sport and Exercise Science written by Mike Price and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-05-22 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lab Reports and Projects in Sport and Exercise Science: A guide for students provides a comprehensive overview of what should be contained within each section of a scientific report, and clearly explains how it should be presented. Written in a friendly and engaging style, it guides the reader through abstracts, literature reviews, methodology, reporting discussions and referencing, and contains a wealth of examples and practical advice on how to improve and refine your own writing. From writing a first lab report to preparing a final year dissertation or postgraduate thesis, sports and exercise science students at all levels will find this book a valuable resource in developing both skill and confidence in scientific communication. Key features The layout of the book is designed to reflect that of a typical scientific report, to help students plan their own projects. Each chapter includes numerous examples, exercises and activities to engage students and develop skills in each aspect of report writing. Includes discussion of critical appraisal techniques to help students refine their research questions. All data sets and illustrations used are drawn from the key disciplines in sport and exercise science, including physiology, psychology and biomechanics.
Download or read book Sports Science written by Jim Wiese and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2002-10-16 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive headfirst into the science behind sports----and come up a winner! * Have you ever wondered if there's a secret to stopping a soccer ball, why ice skates have metal blades, or how a boat can sail into the wind? * Would you like to learn to balance like a gymnast, how to improve your free-throw ability, or how to swim like a shark? * Are you looking for exciting ideas for your next science fair project? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, then Sports Science is for you! From basketball to biking to snowboarding and more, you'll discover the science behind all your favorite sports. Dozens of fun-filled activities help you see for yourself how a batter can hit a 90-mile-an-hour pitch, why a "spiral" is the best way to throw a football, how the surface of a ball affects its bounce, and much, much more. All of the projects are safe and easy to do, and all you need is everyday stuff from around the house. So take the plunge and get ready for Sports Science fun!
Download or read book Ace Your Exercise and Nutrition Science Project written by Robert Gardner and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2009-08-01 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Presents several science projects and science project ideas about exercise and nutrition"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book The Physics of Sports Science Projects written by Robert Gardner and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Learn about speed and distance, the laws of motion, angles and more"--
Download or read book Science of Sports written by Wendy H. Lanier and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2016-08-15 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What makes the best athletes excel? The Science of Sportsexamines how athletes master techniques that are rooted in the laws of physics, chemistry, and psychology in order to become the best. Easy-to-read text and vivid images bring this subject to life. Features include a table of contents, fast facts, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book The Book of Wildly Spectacular Sports Science written by Sean Connolly and published by Workman Publishing Company. This book was released on 2016-11-29 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why does a knuckleball flutter? Why do belly flops hurt so much? Why would a quarterback prefer a deflated football? Here are 54 all-star experiments that demonstrate the scientific principles powering a wide variety of sports and activities—and offer insights that can help you improve your own athletic skills. How does a black belt karate chop her way through a stack of bricks? Use Popsicle sticks to understand why it’s possible and learn the role played by Newton’s second law of motion. Does LeBron James really float through the air on the way to a dunk? Use a tennis ball, a paperback book, and the help of a friend to understand the science of momentum and the real meaning of hang time. Using common household objects, each project includes step-by-step instructions, tips, and a detailed explanation of how and why the experiment worked. It’s a win-win. The thrill of victory, the agony of defeat—it’s all in the science.
Download or read book Sports Science Fair Projects written by Madeline Goodstein and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do baseballs have stitches? Why do football have an oblong shape? How does a Ping-Pong ball change if you fill its center? Through these fun, step-by-step experiments, you will discover the science behind the sports that you play. Take home a trophy for the science fair this season!
Download or read book The Book of Totally Irresponsible Science written by Sean Connolly and published by Hachette+ORM. This book was released on 2011-11-15 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stand back! Genius at work! Encase your little bother in a giant soap bubble. Drop mentos into a bottle of diet soda and stand back as a geyser erupts. Launch a rocket made from a film canister. Here are 64 amazing experiments that snap, crackle, pop, ooze, crash, boom, and stink. Giant air cannons. Home-made lightning. Marshmallows on steroids. Matchbox microphones. There’s even an introduction to alchemy. (Not sure what that is? Think “medieval wizard.”) None of the experiments requires special training, and all use stuff found in the kitchen or in the garden shed. You’d be irresponsible not to try them. ATTENTION, PARENTS: Yes, your kids may need your help with a few experiments. And yes, sometimes it may get a tad messy. But it’s not pure mayhem. The balloon rocket whizzing through the garden? It demonstrates Newton’s Third Law of Motion. That chunk of potato launched across the kitchen from a tube? Welcome to Boyle’s Law. Every experiment demonstrated real science, at its most memorable.
Download or read book Ace Your Forces and Motion Science Project written by Robert Gardner and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Presents several science experiments and project ideas about forces and motion"--Provided by publisher.
Download or read book First Place Science Fair Projects for Inquisitive Kids written by Elizabeth Snoke Harris and published by Lark Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains great projects to get the reader started on a great science fair experiment.
Download or read book Slam Dunk Science Projects with Basketball written by Robert Gardner and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help your readers to slam dunk their next science project. Physics concepts play a big role in the sport of basketball. Readers will learn about friction, mass, vectors, and more, all while playing their favorite sport. Great science project ideas follow many experiments.
Download or read book Janice VanCleave s A Science Fair Projects written by Janice VanCleave and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2003-08-08 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fabulous collection of science projects, explorations,techniques, and ideas! Looking to wow the judges at the science fair this year? Everyone'sfavorite science teacher is here to help. Janice VanCleave's A+Science Fair Projects has everything you need to put together awinning entry, with detailed advice on properly planning yourproject, from choosing a topic and collecting your facts todesigning experiments and presenting your findings. Featuring all-new experiments as well as time-tested projectscollected from Janice VanCleave's A+ series, this easy-to-followguide gives you an informative introduction to the science fairprocess. You get thirty-five complete starter projects on varioustopics in astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science, andphysics, including explorations of: * The angular distance between celestial bodies * The breathing rate of goldfish * Interactions in an ecosystem * Nutrient differences in soils * Heat transfer in the atmosphere * Magnetism from electricity * And much more! You'll also find lots of helpful tips on how to develop your ownideas into unique projects. Janice VanCleave's A+ Science FairProjects is the ideal guide for any middle or high school studentwho wants to develop a stellar science fair entry.
Download or read book Wheels Science Projects with Bicycles Skateboards and Skates written by Madeline Goodstein and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do bicycle gears work? Why does it look like a skateboard sticks to a skater's feet? Readers learn all about the physics involved in their favorite wheeled sport, whether it be cycling, skating, or skateboarding. Fun ideas for science fair projects follow many of the experiments.
Download or read book Goal Science Projects with Soccer written by Madeline Goodstein and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers will get a kick out of science and have fun using soccer balls to learn about angles, momentum, rebound ratings, and more while enjoying a favorite sport of soccer. There are lots of physics concepts involved in the sport of soccer. Great ideas for science fair projects are included.
