Terminal Velocity
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is terminal velocity?
Back
The constant speed that a freely falling object eventually reaches when the resistance of the medium prevents further acceleration.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to a skydiver's velocity as they fall?
Back
The velocity increases until terminal velocity is reached.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to air resistance as a skydiver falls?
Back
Air resistance increases as the skydiver's speed increases.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between weight and air resistance at terminal velocity?
Back
At terminal velocity, the weight of the skydiver is equal to the air resistance.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What effect does changing position from vertical to horizontal have on terminal velocity?
Back
Changing to a horizontal position decreases terminal velocity.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean for an object to be in equilibrium?
Back
An object is in equilibrium when the net force acting on it is zero, meaning all forces are balanced.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can an object in equilibrium have forces acting on it?
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Yes, an object can have multiple forces acting on it while still being in equilibrium.
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