5 Questions
What force balances the downward force of gravity before the skydiver jumps?
The floor of the plane
What happens when the upward force of the air equals the downward force of gravity?
Forces are balanced and speed remains constant
Why does the skydiver slow down when the parachute opens?
Air resistance suddenly becomes much greater than gravity
What happens when the upward force is greater than the downward force?
The skydiver slows down
What does it mean when the forces are balanced?
The speed remains constant
Test your knowledge of forces and motion with this quiz on the physics of skydiving. Explore the effects of gravity, air resistance, and counter forces on a skydiver's descent through the air.
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