Roller coasters with a vertical drop are stomach wrenching and not for the faint of heart. Study the science behind these rides, and discover how engineering and science make them work safely. Learn more about the specifics of gravity, including the effects of acceleration, weight, mass, G-forces, kinetic energy, and more.

All the topics are explained in bite-size, easy-to-understand nuggets. Photographs and clever illustrations throughout will draw readers into the science. Plus, a "That's Incredible" fact on each spread helps keep them entertained.