A Level PE Biomechanics Long Questions

Identify the three main axis of rotation and give a sporting example of each

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What is meant by the term centre of mass and how does this explain why the Fosbury Flop is the preferred technique in high jump?

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Using Newtons Laws of motion, explain how, during take-off, a high jumper is able to maximise the height they can achieve

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Using newton`s laws of motion explain how a sprinter is able to maximise performance during a sprint start.

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Draw a free body diagram to show all the forces acting on a sprinter accelerating at the start of the race

Explain the use of force plates as technology to optimise performance in a range of sports

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Explain the factors that affect the moment of inertia on a performer.

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A gymnast performs a somersault rotating through 6 radians in 0.5 seconds. Identify the axis of rotation through which the gymnast turns and calculate the average angular velocity of the somersault.

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Using the term moment of inertia..

Explain why a runner has a flexed knee during the recovery phase of the stride action.

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Explain how the bernoullis principle can be applied to the flight path of a javellin

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