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๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ’จ Unleashing Innovation: Building a Balloon-Powered Car Using the Scientific Method ๐Ÿงช๐Ÿ”

In a world driven by innovation and science , learning through experimentation is more essential than ever. One exciting way to grasp key concepts in physics , engineering , and the scientific method is by building your own balloon-powered race car ! This hands-on activity is more than just fun—it's an immersive problem-solving experience designed to ignite curiosity and critical thinking. ๐ŸŽฏ Understanding the Problem : Engineering a Balloon Car Before we can build anything, we must first define the problem . Much like how NASA engineers approached building the Mars rovers, you are now tasked with creating a vehicle that can travel at least 5 meters using only the power of two balloons . Your design constraints are: No more than two large balloons . Made from any available materials . Must have at least three wheels , not from a toy car . Must stay grounded at all times . Needs to achieve motion across a 5-meter distance . This mimics real-world scientific...