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Solar Cars: Powered by the Sun

In Solar Cars: Powered by the Sun, presenter and motorbike racer Grace Webb shares some of the important features of solar cars and how they function with the Sun. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Grace’s Amazing Machines, a children’s show that introduces kids to some of the biggest, fastest, and most amazing machines in the world.

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Grades:
K-23-5
Program:
Grace's Amazing Machines
Time:
3:22
Subject:
Science
Topic:
Engineering and Technology

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Q: Why are the solar panels important to have on top of the car?
A: Solar panels are important because they capture sunlight, which helps keep the battery of the car full, allowing it to drive without using gas.

Q: Do you think 46 mph is fast for a solar car? Do you think this speed is fast for a regular car?
A: Solar cars rely on solar energy, which can be less powerful than traditional fuel sources. It depends on where you are driving and the type of car.

Q: Why do solar cars have cameras instead of rear-view mirrors?
A: The cameras in the car create a clear and wide view of the area behind the car. It can be helpful to keep the driver safe.

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