High School Physics Egg Drop Competition Quiz

What is the main principle behind the popcorn ball contraption for the egg drop competition?

• To build a contraption with the most complex design

• To create a weight-efficient cushioning around the egg

• To make the contraption as large as possible

• To use the heaviest materials to protect the egg

What is the purpose of using a parachute in the egg drop contraption?

• To increase the speed of the falling egg

• To reduce the potential energy of the egg

• To spread out the impact force over a longer period of time

• To make the contraption look more visually appealing

Why is it important to avoid having straws pointing directly at the egg in the straw contraption?

• To make the contraption more visually appealing

• To reduce the weight of the contraption

• To create a puncture load on the egg

• To increase the stability of the contraption

What is the benefit of using balloons in the egg drop contraption?

• To make the contraption more rigid

• To decrease the cross-sectional area of the contraption

• To increase the weight of the contraption

• To provide upward thrust before landing

Which real-life example is used to explain the concept of diffusing force over a longer period of time?

• Landing a rover on Mars using airbags

• Rolling after a big jump in parkour

• Using a jar of peanut butter to protect the egg

• Landing in sand instead of asphalt

What is the main purpose of the contraption inspired by the Mars rover Curiosity?

• To reduce the weight of the contraption

• To provide upward thrust before landing

• To create a puncture load on the egg

• To increase the speed of the falling egg

What is the benefit of using the 'helium up house' method in the egg drop competition?

• To provide upward thrust before landing

• To make the contraption more rigid

• To decrease the cross-sectional area of the contraption

• To increase the weight of the contraption

Why is it important to spread out the impact force over a longer period of time in the egg drop contraption?

• To increase the speed of the falling egg

• To reduce the potential energy of the egg

• To prevent the egg from receiving a quick spike of energy

• To make the contraption more visually appealing

What is the main purpose of the contraption inspired by the NASA rovers' landing on Mars?

• To increase the speed of the falling egg

• To make the contraption as large as possible

• To create a puncture load on the egg

• To spread out the impact force over a longer period of time

What is the main benefit of using the 'Airwolf' method in the egg drop competition?

• To spread out the impact force over a longer period of time

• To reduce the weight of the contraption

• To make the contraption as large as possible

• To increase the speed of the falling egg