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A device, generally constructed from fabric, that is designed to employ air resistance to control the fall of an object; To jump, fall, descend ...
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How does an open parachute increase air resistance of a falling skydiver?
the parachute has a big space area so that when he falls through the air the air molecules get collected by the parachute therefore reducing speed of falling down PS. doesnt mean he doesnt fall at all
What causes a parachute jumper to slow down?
A parachute is slowed down by air resistance.
How does friction affect the descent of a parachute?
Friction effects the parachute's descent because the cloth of the parachute rubs together with the air, creating drag
How do parachute ropes stay untangled?
this is done with proper riguing and handling of the parachute.
Does a parachute fall quicker with a heavy or light weight?
To lift the parachute up people carry light weights in it. So if light weights are needed to lift the parachute up heavy weights will fall the parachute quicker.
Should you put slits in your parachute?
if you mean slits has in tears then NO If you do that then your parachute will not work and you`ll die.
What does golden parachute mean?
A golden parachute is given to an executive of a company if they are laid off due to a change in management or downsizing. The golden parachute is usually a large severance pay.
Is dandelion a parishot?
If you mean parachute - the seeds are unbrella like and are distributed by the wind
What does this mean For Sale Parachute Only used once never opened small stain?
The joke is that the parachute did not open properly, and it is now stained with the initial user's blood.
What does para dome mean?
Para dome might refer to a vaulted dome that is used to create a parachute. This type of shape is excellent for trapping air. Para is used to mean at or beside while dome is the shape of the parachute.
What does plummetting mean?
plummeted means to fall from a plane and not to have a parachute that will protect you from hitting the ground to hard.
What is a small parachute called?
a small parachute, is a small parachute, ther is no technical name for it. :) a small parachute is called a drogue
What do they call the position while the jumper in in flight?
if you mean a parachute jumper, its called freefall.
What does jumpline mean?
It may have other meanings but one of them is the minimum height from which it is safe to parachute.
What does exposed mean in the Science definition?
It means that the cover of the parchute did it survive or not? The parachute did it survive or not
What does wings a parachute badge mean on air force uniforms?
It's a parachutist badge. There are three different degrees of them but the basic one is just a parachute with wings. It means that you have completed basic parachute training and have completed an Air Force Air-Ground Training Program.
What causes a parachute to slow down?
A parachute... •_•
