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What is the name tendency for your body to stay in motion through the air?

The tendency for your body to stay in motion through the air is called inertia. This is a property of matter that causes an object to resist changes in its motion.


Why do people hit the windshield when a car crashes into a wall?

Newton's first law tells us that "Every object in a state of uniform motion tends to remain in that state of motion unless an external force is applied to it." The wall applies a massive force on the car resulting in it stopping very fast. Unless the people in the car are attached to it by seat belts that can apply a force to them to stop them then they carry on moving in the direction the car was travelling in. Since the windshield is in this direction they hit it and if the car was travelling fast enough go through it and hit the wall. Moral of the story - Wear your seat belt!


How does fluid inertia affect the movement of objects in a liquid medium?

Fluid inertia refers to the resistance of a fluid to changes in its motion. When an object moves through a liquid medium, the fluid's inertia can cause it to resist changes in direction or speed. This can affect the movement of the object by making it harder to accelerate or decelerate, and can also cause the object to experience drag or turbulence as it moves through the fluid.


What are the characteristics and properties of an inertia wave?

An inertia wave is a type of wave that travels through a medium without causing any displacement of the medium itself. It is characterized by its ability to propagate through a medium with minimal energy loss and without changing the medium's position. Inertia waves have properties such as high speed, low amplitude, and the ability to travel long distances without losing their energy.


What axis would a uniform cube have its minimum rotational inertia?

A uniform cube would have its minimum rotational inertia about an axis passing through its center of mass and perpendicular to any face of the cube.

Related Questions

What could prevent the test dummy inertia from carrying the dummy through the windshield?

Put metal


If the dummy were not wearing a seat belt what force would cause it to go through the windshield?

Inertia


Can ultra violet light travel through a windshield?

yes it can to prevent it put UV coating on it


Does wearing a seat belt make a difference?

Yes It prevent you from going through the windshield often times. 9 times out of 10, it will save your life.


What precautions sholud be taken to prevent any damage to property when carrying an old radiator through a house?

Draining it for one thing


How can I prevent or alleviate arm pain from carrying a toddler?

To prevent or alleviate arm pain from carrying a toddler, try to maintain good posture while carrying them, switch arms frequently, and strengthen your arm muscles through exercises. Additionally, consider using a baby carrier or stroller to distribute the weight more evenly. If the pain persists, consult a healthcare professional for further advice.


Can I drive car through car wash with cracked windshield?

Technically, you don't "drive" through a car was, the car is in neutral and you are moved through. But, as for your question, if the windshield is cracked enough for water to get through, I wouldn't do it.


Location of VIN ford?

Answeron drivers side dashboard look through windshield It is not on the drivers side dashboard, therefore one can not see it through the windshield.


How does inertia affect someone not wearing a seat belt?

In a collision you could be thrown forward and get "crowned" by the windshield. I saw many "crownings" as a kid! The head breaks through the glass then the body rebounds and the safety glass clamps around the head, it gets very bloody and some people even get partially "scalped". You are stuck until someone breaks away the rest of the windshield!


If there were no inertia would cause the moon to travel in a straight line?

Inertia is a natural force that impacts the forces of the moon and its orbit through the solar system.


Can students hurt there back from carrying books around?

If you don't plan your timetable properly, possibly the answer is yes. I suggest a link on how to reduce book carrying labour between class. For ergonomic of weight carrying, it is best to balance load when carrying 2 hand or carrying books in back pack.


How does inertia affect a person who is not wearing a seat belt during a collision?

In physics, inertia means that though the car is brought to a sudden stop, the person inside will continue in a forward motion. A seat belt would restrain the person's forward movement and prevent the person being injured by the dashboard, or by being thrown through the windscreen. Air-bags are used in modern cars to also cushion against the effect of inertia.