Air resistance slows down the javelin by exerting a force against its forward motion. The shape of the javelin can help minimize air resistance and improve the distance it travels when thrown. The javelin's speed and angle of release also play a role in how much air resistance affects its flight.
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Friction can affect the javelin's speed and distance by slowing it down as it travels through the air. A smoother surface on the javelin reduces air resistance and friction, allowing it to travel further. Ultimately, reducing friction can lead to better javelin performance.
Fluid force can affect the trajectory of a javelin by creating drag, which is resistance that opposes the motion of the javelin through the air. The greater the fluid force, the more drag the javelin will experience, leading to a deviation from its intended trajectory. Athletes may need to adjust their technique to minimize the impact of fluid forces on the javelin's flight path.
The internal composition or material of an object does not affect air resistance. Air resistance is mainly determined by an object's size, shape, and speed when moving through air.
The feature characteristic of an object that does not affect air resistance is the object's mass. Air resistance is determined by the object's shape, size, and speed through the air, but not its mass.
The variables that affect air resistance include the speed of an object moving through the air, the surface area and shape of the object, the density of the air, and the viscosity of the air. Additionally, factors such as the altitude of the object and any obstacles in its path can also influence air resistance.