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Harford Library HACKS: An Online Scavenger Hunt: Question 7

Question 7: Science in Context

Using the Science in Context Database, search for “Krypton.” On the right side of the results, narrow it to audio. Find the NPR transcript titled “The Science that Makes Superman So, Well, Super.” In order to leap over a 660 foot tall building, how fast does Professor Kakalios say Superman’s liftoff velocity would have to be?