Windshield

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/windshield

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 alternative materials?Motorcycle windshields commonly utilize high-impact polycarbonate or acrylic plastics for enhanced durability
2. Why do windshields have a plastic layer inside?The plastic layer, called PVB, holds the glass together when it cracks, so pieces don’t fly into the car and hurt people.
3. How does a windshield help keep the car fuel efficient?The shape of the windshield smooths the air flow over the car, which reduces wind resistance and helps the car use less gas.

Laminated Safety Glass: A composite material comprising glass layers and a plastic interlayer, designed to minimize injury upon breakage.
Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB): The thermoplastic polymer interlayer used in laminated glass, providing adhesion and impact resistance.
Structural Integrity: The ability of a vehicle's structure to withstand loads and resist deformation, especially during collisions.