Topic 1 - Terminal Velocity Flashcards

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1
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what is a terminal velocity?

A

the maximum velocity an object can reach

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what happens when an object is reaching terminal velocity?

A

resistance force gradually reduced the acceleration until eventually the resistance force = the accelerating force. this means the object can’t accelerate any more

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