How Do Terminal Velocity and Drag Influence an Object's Fall Through Fluids?

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Terminal velocity is the constant speed an object reaches when the force of gravity pulling it down is balanced by the drag force resisting its motion through a fluid. Drag is the resistance encountered by an object moving through a fluid, such as air or water. As an object falls, it accelerates until the drag force increases to equal the gravitational force, resulting in no further acceleration. Understanding these concepts is crucial for physics exams, as they explain the dynamics of falling objects. Mastering the relationship between terminal velocity and drag is essential for comprehending motion in fluids.
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hey,everyone,could you please explain to me the terms Terminal Velocity and Drag in detail,as my exams are coming up.
 
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Drag: When an object moves through a fluid (e.g. air or water) there is resistance to the motion (you should look in your text for details). This resistance (force) is called drag.

When something is falling to the Earth through the air, there are essentially two forces acting on it, gravity pulling it down and drag holding it back. Terminal velocity is the speed the object attains when these forces are equal, so the speed is constant.
 

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