Physics SL
Physics SL
5
Chapters
329
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Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
Mastering Motion: Scalars Vs. Vectors Explained
Scalar Vs. Vector: Dive Into Speed & Velocity Insights
Master Distance-Time Graphs: A Student’s Journey Explained!
Understanding Instantaneous & Average Speed: A Student's Journey Explained
Understanding Acceleration: Dive Into Physics & Spreadsheets
Mastering Distance-Time Graphs: Speed, Velocity & Acceleration Insights
Mastering Kinematic Equations: Dive Into Distance-Time & Speed-Time Graphs
Unveiling Kinematic Equations: Dive into Motion Analysis
Incredible Dog Catch Explained: Dive Into Physics!
Gravity's Grip: Understanding Earth’s Acceleration Variances
Understanding 2D Projectile Motion: Beyond Basics
Understanding Horizontal & Vertical Motion in Physics
The Unrealistic Nature of Neglecting Air Resistance
Understanding Air Resistance's Impact on Vertical Motion
Comparing Trajectories: Vacuum Vs. Air Resistance (Figure 24)
Unveiling The Mystery Of Forces: From Aristotle To Modern Physics
Unraveling Newton's Laws of Motion: The Ultimate Guide to Force and Acceleration
Unveil The Science Of Motion: Master Free-Body Force Diagrams Easily!
Unraveling The Mysteries of Translational Equilibrium
Unlocking The Secrets Of Hooke's Law And Elastic Forces
Master The Physics Of Springs: Series Vs Parallel!
Uncover The Secrets of Buoyancy Forces!
Unraveling the slippery secrets of friction
Uncover The Mysteries Of Friction Forces
Understanding Air Resistance: The Record-Breaking Skydive Of Alan Eustace
Stokes' Law: Dive Deep Into Fluid Dynamics & Viscosity
Understanding Force & Momentum: From Sports To Physics
Newton's Cradle: Visualizing Momentum Transfer and Collisions
Unraveling Newton's Third Law: Momentum Conservation Explored
Understanding Momentum Conservation: The Recoil Of Guns & Water Hoses
Helicopter Physics & Momentum: Understanding Motion & Force
Unlocking The Secrets Of Circular Motion In Theme-Park Rides
Centripetal Acceleration: Exploring Forces & Circular Motion
Centripetal Forces: Unraveling The Secrets Of Satellites & Rides
Banked Tracks Explained: Maximizing Racing Safety & Performance
Vertical Circle Motion: Unraveling The Physics Behind Thrilling Rides
Unveiling The Physics Of Energy Transfer: A Historical Dive
Understanding Energy: Transfers, Forms, and Applications
Unlocking Energy Conservation: Noether's Pioneering Principle
Coriolis' Insight: Understanding Work Done & Energy Transfer
Understanding Force-Distance Graphs: Unlock Energy Calculations
Unraveling Power: Renee vs. Philippe's Climb Explained
Key Factors Determining a Car's Maximum Speed
Unlocking Kinetic Energy: Equations & Real-Life Examples
Unlocking Gravitational Potential Energy: Earth's Conservative Force
Unveiling The Secrets of Mechanical Energy
Unlock The Secrets Of Elastic Potential Energy
Unlock The Secrets Of Energy Flow With Sankey Diagrams
Unlock The Power Of Energy Density!
Unveiling The Truth Behind Fossil Fuels Extraction
Unlock The Secrets Of Angular Acceleration!
Unlock Rotational Motion Secrets: Essential Guide & Examples
Unravel Rotational Mechanics: From Graphs To Equations!
Master The Concept Of Moment Of Inertia!
Unleash The Secrets Of Rotational Motion!
Unveiling The Secrets of Forces and Torque
Unveiling Newton’s Third Law of Rotational Motion
Unlock The Secrets of Angular Momentum in Sports & Universe!
Unlocking Angular Impulse: Rotational Dynamics Simplified
Unlock The Secrets Of Angular Momentum Change!
Master The Art Of Motion: Rolling Vs. Sliding
Unlocking the Mysteries of Rolling and Slipping: An Energy Perspective
Unraveling Einstein's Relativity: Maxwell's Revolutionary Theory
Unlock The Mysteries Of Spacetime!
Unlock The Secrets Of The Universe With IB Diploma Physics
Unlock The Mysteries Of The Universe With Galilean Relativity
Unlock The Mysteries Of Time Dilation And Special Relativity
Unlocking Einstein's Special Relativity With Lorentz Transformation
Understanding Relativistic Velocity Addition: Lorentz vs. Galilean
Invariant Spacetime Intervals: Einstein's Revelations
Muon Decay Mysteries: Unraveling Time Dilation & GPS Insights
Unraveling Spacetime: Minkowski's Visionary Diagrams and Worldlines
Unlocking Spacetime Secrets: The Invariant Hyperbola Explained
Unlocking Proper Length & Relativity: Deep Dive Into Lorentz Transformations
Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Theme B - The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Theme C - Wave Behaviour
Theme D - Fields
Theme D - Fields
Theme E - Nuclear & Quantum Physics
Theme E - Nuclear & Quantum Physics
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Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
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Theme A - Space, Time & Motion

Understanding Air Resistance: The Record-Breaking Skydive Of Alan Eustace

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Sure, let's dive into the exciting world of physics and take on the skydiving adventure to understand air resistance and drag force! Hang on tight, we're about to plunge into this topic together!

Introduction to drag force

  • Definition: The drag force is what objects experience when they move through air (or other fluids). It slows objects down.
  • Effect: Imagine trying to run underwater. You feel a force holding you back. That's a form of drag force!

Air resistance – a real-life example with skydiving

  • Alan Eustace's Record Jump: In 2014, he jumped from 41.4km above New Mexico, USA, reaching a speed of 1300km/h, faster than the speed of sound. Normal skydives are less than 200km/h.
  • Why the Difference in Speed? Air resistance changes with height. The higher you are, the less air there is, and the less air resistance you experience.

Forces acting on a skydiver

  • Weight Force: Acts vertically downwards, and it's almost constant. It doesn't change much even at 41 km above Earth's surface.
  • Drag Force: Acts in the opposite direction of motion. If falling vertically, drag pulls you upwards.
  • Buoyancy: An upward force due to the displacement of air by the diver.

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Theme A - Space, Time & Motion
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Theme A - Space, Time & Motion

Understanding Air Resistance: The Record-Breaking Skydive Of Alan Eustace

Word Count Emoji
685 words
Reading Time Emoji
4 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024

Table of content

Sure, let's dive into the exciting world of physics and take on the skydiving adventure to understand air resistance and drag force! Hang on tight, we're about to plunge into this topic together!

Introduction to drag force

  • Definition: The drag force is what objects experience when they move through air (or other fluids). It slows objects down.
  • Effect: Imagine trying to run underwater. You feel a force holding you back. That's a form of drag force!

Air resistance – a real-life example with skydiving

  • Alan Eustace's Record Jump: In 2014, he jumped from 41.4km above New Mexico, USA, reaching a speed of 1300km/h, faster than the speed of sound. Normal skydives are less than 200km/h.
  • Why the Difference in Speed? Air resistance changes with height. The higher you are, the less air there is, and the less air resistance you experience.

Forces acting on a skydiver

  • Weight Force: Acts vertically downwards, and it's almost constant. It doesn't change much even at 41 km above Earth's surface.
  • Drag Force: Acts in the opposite direction of motion. If falling vertically, drag pulls you upwards.
  • Buoyancy: An upward force due to the displacement of air by the diver.

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