Shock absorber

Okay kiddo, so have you ever gone on a bumpy ride in a car or bike and felt like you were jumping up and down too much? Well, that's because the road or pathway you were on was not very smooth and your car or bike was bouncing up and down.

To make this bumpy ride more comfortable and safe, we use something called a shock absorber. A shock absorber is like a springy thing attached to the wheels of the car or bike that helps to reduce the bouncing and jerkiness caused by the road bumps.

As your car or bike hits a bump or any uneven surface, the springy shock absorber gets compressed or squeezed, taking in some of the force or energy of the bump. Then, when the wheel comes down, the shock absorber pushes back and releases some of the energy, making the ride smoother and more comfortable.

Think of it like a pillow for your car or bike. When you head hit the pillow, it bounces back a little, taking away the energy from your head and making sure you're comfortable. That's what the shock absorber does too, it takes away the energy from the bumps on the road and ensures that you have a comfortable ride.

So, next time you go out for a ride and you're bouncing less and feeling less jerky, you just have to thank the shock absorber for being there to make your ride smoother and more comfortable.