Spin Flashcards

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There are three types spin, what are these. How does each affect the flight path and bounce of a ball?

A

Topspin: makes the flight path sharply drop
Backspin: makes the flight path more loopy and stay up longer
Sidespin: makes flight path curve in the air

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Air travels from…

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air travels high pressure to low pressure

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What is the angle of incidence?

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The angle of incidence; The angle at which the ball approaches the ground before first contact

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What is the angle reflection?

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The angle of reflection; The angle at which the ball reflects after initial impact

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