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Explain what the terminal velocity of an object is.

The terminal velocity of an object is the highest velocity it can reach when falling through a defined medium, usually air in practice. This constant velocity is achieved when the net force applied to the...

Answered by Thomas N. Physics tutor
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A person swims from a depth of 0.5m to 1.7m below the surface of the sea. Denisty Sea Water = 1030 kg/m^3. g=Gravitational Field Strength = 9.8 N/kg. Calculate the change in pressure on the swimmer and give the unit.

Use equation: Pressure = density x depth in the fluid x gravitational field strength. We know the in increase in pressure will be the difference between the Final Pressure (at 1.7m) and the Initial Pressu...

Answered by Jack S. Physics tutor
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Draw a graph depicting a skydivers speed against time when jumping from a plane, until he deploys his parachute, explaining the logic of your answer through the forces applicable to the body.

Upon jumping from the plane, the diver experiences three forces; a downward force from his weight; opposed by a lift force (equal to the weight of the air he displaces); and an upward drag force = ½ . (C<...

Answered by Bronagh R. Physics tutor
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What is the difference between alpha and gamma radiation?

Alpha radiation is a type of radiaiton which has a high ionisation and low penetration. This means it can ionise objects very easily (so can be more damaging to humans) but it can only travel a very short...

Answered by Austin D. Physics tutor
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When going around a roundabout, why do I feel a force pulling me outwards?

The force pulling you outwards is what is called fictional force. Actually, there is a force pulling the car inwards and since Newton's Laws mean that you want to keep moving forwards rather than going ar...

Answered by Jasmine C. Physics tutor
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