Terminal Velocity: The Science Behind Free Fall and Air Resistance

Terminal velocity is the highest velocity attainable by an object as it falls through a fluid

A fluid is anything that can flow−𝑔𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 𝑔𝑎𝑠 𝑜𝑟 𝑎 𝑙𝑖𝑞𝑢𝑖𝑑
Example
for a falling object there are two forces acting on that object. one is the drag forces acting upward and the other is gravitational force are acting downward. according to newton 3rd law of action and reaction these force balance each other in state like equilibrium and the acceleration becomes zero at that point the velocity of the body is know as terminal velocity.

Explore the fascinating concept of terminal velocity in this video/article. Learn how objects falling through a fluid, such as air, reach a constant speed when the forces of gravity and air resistance balance out. We’ll break down the physics behind terminal velocity, its real-world applications (like skydiving), and the factors that influence how fast an object falls. Perfect for physics students and anyone curious about how objects behave in free fall!

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