How Does Body Position Affect a Diver's Ability to Perform Somersaults?

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A high diver can perform more front somersaults in the tuck position due to a decrease in moment of inertia, which allows for increased rotational speed. When a diver tucks, they pull their limbs closer to their body, enhancing their ability to rotate quickly. In contrast, the layout position increases moment of inertia, slowing down rotation. The relationship between moment of inertia and angular momentum is crucial, as angular momentum remains constant when no external torques act on the diver. Understanding these principles is essential for optimizing diving techniques and performance.
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I need help seriously anyone can help, because i honestly have no clue.

Q # 1. why is it possible for a high diver to execute more front somersaults in the tuck position than in the layout position?

Q # 2. An air hockey puck is whirling on the end of a string that passes through a small hole in the center of the table. what happens to the speed of the puck as the string is slowly pulled down through the hole?

Q # 3 as you walk from the center of a merry go round toward the outer edge, the merry go round slows. IS angular momentum conserved?
 
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louie3006 said:
Q # 1. why is it possible for a high diver to execute more front somersaults in the tuck position than in the layout position?

What happens to the diver's moment of inertia when they tuck themselves in? How does the diver's moment of inertia relate to his/her angular momentum?Same basic concept for Q3
 

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