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As the wheels of a car spin, they create a force that propels the car forward. This force is generated by the friction between the tires and the road, which allows the car to move in the direction the wheels are turning. The motion of the car is determined by the speed and direction of the wheel rotation, as well as external factors such as terrain and road conditions.

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Explain the motion of the toy car?

Toy cars can be push along or self powered. If self powered that may be clockwork or battery powered electrically driven. All cars move forwards or backwards due to some force. Clockwork cars have the same wind up and release that any windup clock has. Battery powered cars use a small battery to power an electric motor to drive the wheels.


Why is toy car example of mechanical energy explain?

A toy car is an example of mechanical energy because it consists of moving parts like wheels and axles that convert potential energy (stored energy due to its position) into kinetic energy (energy of motion) when it is pushed or rolled. The kinetic energy in the moving toy car is a form of mechanical energy, which is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.


Why Car wheels often spin on icy roads?

Wheels often have rubber tires on them. this kind of rubber was formulated to catch the peak amount of grip for any terrains, but when its too icy the cars often loose grip and cause the tire to slide.


Is spin a noun?

Spin is a verb. Spin is also a noun. Noun: The aircraft went into a spin then hit the ground. Verb: Give the washing a quick spin then hang it it outside. Noun: He asked if he could take the car for a spin. Verb: Step right up, spin the wheel, win some cash!


How does the size and shape of wheels affect the speed of a mousetrap powered toy car?

Small wheels would spin quicker and be more likely to slip, a larger diameter wheel would move slower and grip the surface better so all rotational movement of the wheel would be translated to forward motion - albeit at a slower speed. The energy input is fixed (the spring) the energy that you could lose is - wind resistance, friction in gears etc, and slippage (producing additional friction/heat)

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What are good front wheels for a mousetrap car?

the best wheels for your mousetrap car are CD's because when your car takes off the wheels will spin and send your car into a foward rolling motion also the CD's are light soo it will help you win your science award:)


Why does a car move forward while traveling on a road even though its wheels are equipped to spin backwards?

The wheels only appear to spin backwards.


Why does a car move forward while traveling on a road even though it's wheels are equipped to spin backward?

The wheels only appear to spin backwards.


What is the differential do?

it allows the wheels spin at different rates to allow a car to turn


How does a Jaguar car move?

by using gas to make wheels spin in circles


Where does the friction oppose motion on a roller coaster car?

between the wheels of the car and the track


How does the gas burning in a car make the wheels move?

Sends fuel injections into the engines there for running the chains, and the motor it makes the wheels spin, Thus making the car move.


What is meant by doing a wheelie?

Raising the front wheels of a car or bike while in motion, so that the car or bike only have the back wheels on the ground.


Why does only one wheel spin when you get stuck?

The car's differential gear will transfer power equally to both drive wheels, and if one has no friction at all (sand, water, or not touching ground) it will spin freely. In loose mud or water, both wheels will spin.


What makes hybrid cars and what are they?

A hybrid car is a car that can automatically change from an electrical to a petrol motor whilst in motion. The car's electrical batteries are often charged by the revolutions of the wheels whilst in motion


How do you make a car out of a 2 liter bottle?

To make a car out of a 2 liter bottle, you can use the bottle as the body of the car and attach four bottle caps with wheels to act as the wheels. You can also add a straw or stick through the bottle to make an axle for the wheels to spin. Decorate the car with additional materials as desired.


When the front wheels on a 2001 echo are off the ground and the transmission is engaged should both wheels spin?

Assuming the car is in good running condition, yes they should.