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Physics of an Auto Accident Part 1
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Physics of an Auto Accident Part 1

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Inertia causes occupants to feel pushed back into their seats when a car accelerates.

True

G forces experienced during a car accident are the same as those experienced by astronauts in space.

True

Crumple zones in vehicles are designed to resist any form of deformation during a collision.

False

What does inertia explain about a car accident?

<p>The movement of occupants inside the car when it stops suddenly</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Newton's Second Law, how does force relate to mass and acceleration in the context of car accidents?

<p>Force is directly proportional to both mass and acceleration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does kinetic energy play in auto accidents?

<p>It is transferred from the vehicle to the occupants, contributing to injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do crumple zones contribute to vehicle safety during collisions?

<p>By absorbing and dissipating energy, reducing the force on occupants</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of a panic brake compared to a gradual brake in terms of forces experienced by the vehicle occupants?

<p>Panic braking generates higher forces, leading to a greater risk of injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does impulse relate to momentum in the context of auto accidents?

<p>It describes the change in momentum due to force applied over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of extending the time of impact in auto accidents?

<p>It reduces the forces experienced by occupants, potentially reducing injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

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