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How does a sailboat go both with and against the wind? The Vertasium video surveys people on this question. After asking many people to explain the way a sailboat works, finally a sailor answers. This allows for discussion of lift and air flow.
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Instructional Ideas
- Build model sailboats and experiment with wind
- Research the actual way a sailboat works
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes prior observations of sailboats, which some scholars may not have
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Demonstrates the many misconceptions people have about sailboats
Cons
- Scientific explanation isn't accurate; it was accepted for many years but has been proven incorrect