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How does the size or shape of a parachute affect the way it works?
If the hole is bigger the parachute speed will decrease
What does the friction of air do to parachute jumper or a pendulum?
It makes the parachute, jumper,and a pendulum to decrease speed.
Why does a person loss speed if he opens parachute?
The parachute will increase air resistance, compared to the person alone.
Will changing the weight of a parachute effect on the speed?
yes, it can
How do you control the speed of a parachute?
By pulling done on toggles
What is the slowest parachute made of?
Parachutes are not rated by their speed. A parachute works by increasing the air resistance of a suspended falling body or object. The greater the mass of the object the larger the area of the parachute must be to reduce the speed to an acceptable level.
Does the amount of holes in a parachute affect the speed it travels?
yes, if the parachute has holes then it might go slow to were it's traveling
What is the skydiver's downward velocity?
Maximum speed is about 220 to 230mph and can be achieved after about 20 seconds of freefall. Normal parachute opening speed should be not greater that 120mph to avoid damage to the parachute
What are ways to run faster?
Run with a parachute. It improves your speed and stamina.
What is the main purpose of a parachute?
Drag. It reduced the fall rate to a survivable speed.
Why does a space shuttle use a parachute after landing?
To brake and lower it's speed.
Unscramble the word hcpraateu?
parachute That looks like it is from the online Mensa test..
