Year 8 CO2 Dragster Challenge

What is the primary purpose of a CO2 dragster in a school project?

• To learn about aerodynamics and physics

• To create a new type of vehicle for public transport

• To design a car for racing in professional competitions

• To build a model for a science fiction movie

Which material is commonly used to construct the body of a CO2 dragster?

• Steel

• Wood

• Plastic

• Aluminium

What is the role of the CO2 cartridge in a CO2 dragster?

• To provide weight for stability

• To act as a fuel source for propulsion

• To serve as a decorative element

• To balance the dragster

Which of the following factors affects the speed of a CO2 dragster?

• Colour of the dragster

• Shape and aerodynamics

• Number of wheels

• Length of the string used

What is the typical unit of measurement for the length of a CO2 dragster in Australia?

• Inches

• Feet

• Metres

• Centimetres

Which of the following is a key consideration when designing a CO2 dragster?

• The colour of the wheels

• The weight distribution

• The type of paint used

• The number of decals

What is the effect of reducing the mass of a CO2 dragster?

• It increases the drag

• It decreases the speed

• It increases the acceleration

• It makes the dragster more stable

Which tool is commonly used to shape the body of a CO2 dragster?

• Hammer

• Saw

• Chisel

• Sandpaper

What is the primary force that opposes the motion of a CO2 dragster?

• Gravity

• Friction

• Magnetism

• Buoyancy

In the context of CO2 dragsters, what does the term "aerodynamics" refer to?

• The study of water flow

• The study of air flow around objects

• The study of sound waves

• The study of electrical currents