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Do skydivers move relative to the ground?
Yes, skydivers move relative to the ground as they fall due to gravity. Their speed and direction of movement are influenced by factors such as their body position, air resistance, and wind conditions.
Why can't skydivers breathe?
They actually can breathe, though it is not "normal" because the air is rushing past them so fast. I never thought about my breathing when I was in freefall.
Why do skydivers reach terminal velocity?
Skydivers reach terminal velocity because as they fall, the force of gravity pulling them downward is balanced by air resistance pushing upward. At terminal velocity, these forces are equal, so the skydiver stops accelerating and falls at a constant speed.
What are some examples of air resists things moving through it?
Some examples of things that experience air resistance when moving through it include cars, airplanes, and falling objects like skydivers or parachutists. Air resistance is caused by the friction between the air and the surface of the object, which slows it down as it moves through the air.
Does water affect how fast something falls?
No, the presence of water does not affect how fast an object falls in a vacuum or in air. However, water resistance can slow down the fall of objects due to friction and drag forces when the object falls through water.
How fast does oil spread through the air?
Oil is not spread through air .
What is the name for raindrops that freeze as they fall through the air?
The name for raindrops that freeze as they fall through the air is sleet.
Is it conservation of mechanical energy when skydivers drop in the air at a constant rate and why?
No. In free fall, where mechanical energy is conserved, the falling object would go faster and faster. In this case, to fall at a constant speed, mechanical energy is lost, due to friction.
What is the type of friction that occurs when objects fall through the air?
The type of friction that occurs when objects fall through the air is called air resistance or drag. This force opposes the motion of the object as it moves through the air, slowing it down.
What does skydivers do to increase drag?
Skydivers increase drag by presenting a larger surface area to the air, such as by spreading their limbs or adjusting their body position to be less aerodynamic. This helps to slow down their descent speed and control their flight. Additionally, skydivers can wear specialized jumpsuits or deploy a drogue parachute to increase drag.
How does air affect how fast things fall?
Air resistance is basically friction between the object on the air- it has to push the air out of the way, and slows down.
Can a plane stop in mid air?
if a plane stopped in mid air it would just fall and probely not because it would be going to fast for it to fast to just stop!
