Forces and terminal velocity Flashcards
1
Q
The faster an object through a fluid ?
A
The Greater the frictional force that acts on it
2
Q
Why would a object falling through a fluid initially accelerate
A
This is due to the force of gravity
3
Q
What would eventually happen to the resultant force as the object is falling?
A
The resultant force will become zero and the object will move at its terminal velocity (steady speed)
4
Q
What is terminal velocity ?
A
This is the maximum speed, where the accelerating force is equal to the frictional force.
5
Q
What is the weight of a object
A
This is the gravitational force(N/KG) x the Mass (Kg)
