
Forces of Flight
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Physics
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is drag in the context of flight?
Back
Drag is the force that resists the forward movement of an airplane, acting opposite to thrust.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens when drag is greater than thrust?
Back
The plane slows down or decelerates.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What force must a plane overcome to go up?
Back
The plane must overcome weight to ascend.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is lift in aviation?
Back
Lift is the force that allows an airplane to rise into the air, acting perpendicular to the direction of flight.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the arrow below the plane represent?
Back
The arrow below represents weight, which the plane must overcome to rise.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is thrust in aviation?
Back
Thrust is the force that propels an airplane forward, generated by engines.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does weight affect flight?
Back
Weight pulls the airplane down and must be overcome by lift for the plane to ascend.
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