Mysterious Phenomenon: Throwing Paper out a Train Window

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Throwing a piece of newspaper out of a train window could potentially result in the paper re-entering through the following window due to the train's speed and airflow dynamics. The discussion draws a parallel to the phenomenon of ash from a cigarette being blown back into a car. The idea is met with some amusement, as the original poster shares their experience of being laughed at by friends for suggesting it. The conversation highlights curiosity about the effects of motion on lightweight objects. Overall, the topic explores the intriguing interactions between moving trains and thrown objects.
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hey,

is it possible, that when you throw a piece of a newspaper true the window of a train, the paper enters back at the following window ?

thx

laurens
 
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Of course it's possible! Strange question...
 
Have you ever sat in the backseat of a car when the driver flicks ash of his cigaret?
 
ok thx, i told this to my friends, they laught at me , tsss lozers ;)

thx guys !
 

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