Friction Force & Terminal Velocity Flashcards
1
Q
If an object has no force what eventually happens to the object?
A
It will slow down because of friction
2
Q
Friction always acts in which direction?
A
The opposite direction of movement
3
Q
When do you get friction?
A
Between 2 surfaces
OR
When an object passes through a FLUID (DRAG)
4
Q
Drag increases as the ______ increases
A
Speed
5
Q
Object falling through fluids reach a _____ ___________
A
Terminal velocity
6
Q
Terminal velocity of falling objects depends on their _______ and _____
A
Shape
Area
7
Q
Air resistance causes things to ____ at different ______
A
Fall
Speeds
8
Q
The terminal velocity of any object is determined by its ____ in comparison to its ______
A
Drag
Weight
9
Q
Terminal velocity means what?
A
The maximum speed
10
Q
What force always slows objects down?
A
Friction
