Terminal velocity for a bullet

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The discussion centers on the terminal velocity of a bullet shot into the air and its subsequent return to the ground. It concludes that air resistance significantly affects the bullet's descent, causing it to fall at a reduced speed compared to its initial launch velocity. This reduction in speed results in less impact force upon landing, thereby decreasing potential damage. The referenced thread provides additional insights into the physics of this phenomenon.

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if a bullet is shot up in the air will it return to the ground as fast as it was shot up or will air resistance slow it down enough to not cause as much damage?
 
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