Amfibus

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/amfibus

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the vehicle classification?Amphibious bus
2. What is the developer?DAT Vehicles B.V
3. How does an Amfibus move on land?On land it works like a normal bus, using wheels, steering, braking, and an engine that powers the wheels.
4. How does an Amfibus go into the water?When it enters the water, its hull keeps it afloat and lets it swim, turning it into a boat.

Amphibious Vehicle: A vehicle designed to operate on both land and water, often featuring a watertight hull and dual propulsion systems.
Dual-Mode Transportation: A transportation system or vehicle capable of operating on two different modes, such as road and rail, or in this case, road and water.
Urban Mobility: The study and implementation of transportation systems within cities, focusing on efficiency, accessibility, and sustainability.