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Wind resistance (actually, Air Resistance) works against a car- it has to push air out of the way. Cars that are "streamlined" are designed so they slip through the air more easily than those that are not.
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Where does wind resistance occur?
Wind resistance may occur anywhere where there is something i the way of the wind. Whether it may be a person, a car, or a mountain, they all resist the wind.
Why does a car use more petrol when it has a load on the roof?
Its answer is very simple that a car uses more petrol when it has to overcome more wind resistance.
Why do a roof rack on your car slow you down?
Wind resistance.
How is energy lost in a toy car?
Friction and wind resistance.
What is a slipstream in car racing?
In car racing, a slipstream is when a car tailgates, or follows the car ahead of it very closely to reduce the wind resistance. Many professional car racers use this technique.
Does the shape of a toy car affect wind resistance?
yes... the shape of a toy car affect wind resistance
What forces are there on a car?
gravity, friction, driving force and wind resistance..
How does wheels affect a car's speed?
because the weight of your wheels and the size has wind Resistance on your car
How do aerodynamics improve car designs?
It decreases the mpg by lowering the wind resistance pushing against the car.
Why do A car uses more petrol when it is fitted with a roof rack?
Wind resistance.
What forces act on a balloon car?
wind resistance, gravitational force, friction.
What must be taken into consideration when planning the most aerodynamic version of a car?
Wind resistance.
