Fun Physics: Why Does That Happen?

Physics isn’t just about complicated equations — it explains so much of what happens in the world around us, often in fun and surprising ways! Why does a spinning top stay upright? Why does a ball eventually stop rolling? How does a rainbow form? From playground swings to kitchen kettles, physics is behind many everyday experiences. In this quiz, you’ll explore simple but fascinating questions about motion, forces, light, sound, and energy. No need to be a scientist — just bring your curiosity! Whether you’re learning something new or testing what you already know, this quiz will show you that physics can be fun, understandable, and very much a part of daily life. Ready to dive in and discover the science of why things happen the way they do?
No. 1 /10
Why do spinning tops stay upright?

Because of gyroscopic stability
Because of gravity pulling down
Because of air pressure
Because of magnetic force
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Why do clothes in a dryer tumble?

To expose all sides to hot air
To prevent static electricity
To cool them down
To separate water molecules
No. 3 /10
Why does a ball eventually stop rolling?

Due to friction
Because gravity stops it
Because of air currents
Because it loses energy
No. 4 /10
Why do rainbows form after rain?

Light is bent and reflected by raindrops
Air becomes clearer
Raindrops create colors
Moisture releases light
No. 5 /10
Why does sound travel slower in air than in water?

Because water molecules are closer together
Because air is colder
Because water conducts electricity
Because air is lighter
No. 6 /10
Why does ice float in water?

Because it is less dense than liquid water
Because of trapped air
Because of surface tension
Because of buoyant forces
No. 7 /10
Why does a hot air balloon rise?

Because hot air is lighter than cold air
Because air currents push it up
Because helium is used
Because of magnetic fields
No. 8 /10
Why do mirrors flip images left to right?

Because of how light reflects
Because of lens distortion
Because of diffraction
Because of magnification
No. 9 /10
Why does lightning appear before thunder?

Because light travels faster than sound
Because lightning is hotter
Because sound gets absorbed
Because lightning is brighter
No. 10 /10
Why does a pencil look bent in a glass of water?

Because light bends when it passes between air and water
Because water magnifies it
Because the glass distorts it
Because of optical illusion
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