On a roller coaster, describe the kinetic and potential energy of the car at the top of the first hill, the bottom of the first drop, and later in the ride. What effect does friction have on the car throughout the ride? Enter your answer in the space provided.

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Eliza Huang

29 May, 15:08

On a roller coaster, describe the kinetic and potential energy of the car at the top of the first hill, the bottom of the first drop, and later in the ride. What effect does friction have on the car throughout the ride? Enter your answer in the space provided.

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Jan Lara · Answer 1

The friction at the top of the hill would provide a faster speed for faster rides, then the ride would level out. BUT you must have a way to get up so high that it can have a good impact.