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When the wind is not blowing strongly, the flow lines in the air are relatively straight. This is called laminar flow. As the wind speed increases, it reaches a threshold beyond which laminar flow is replaced by turbulent flow. In turbulent flow the air is filled with vortices which cause the flag to flap.
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∙ 9y agoA flag flaps in the wind in different ways according to the speed and direction of the wind. Slow wind speeds will make it wave gently, and gusty winds will make it flap.
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Is a flag blowing in the wind a kinetic of potential energy?
Kinetic
What is an unbalanced or balanced force?
There is no such thing as a balanced or unbalanced force. There's only abalanced or unbalanced group of forces.A balanced group of forces is a group that adds up to zero. An unbalanced groupis a group of forces that doesn't.Simple example of a balanced group of forces . . . a tug-of-war. 29 strong menpull on one end of a thick rope, and 47 strong women pull on the other end inthe opposite direction. What happens to the flag hanging from the middle ofthe rope ? Nothing ! It doesn't move at all, because when you add up all of theforces ... 47 strong forces in one direction and 29 stronger ones in the oppositedirection ... they add up to zero, and there's no force at all on the flag to make itmove one way or the other.If one little boy comes along and pulls on one end of the rope, the group offorces isn't balanced any more, the combination of forces on the flag isn't zeroany more, and the flag moves in the direction of the little boy.
What is a better conductor a flagpole or a flag?
Which is a better conductor a flagpole or a flag and why
What creates a force when a flag moves back and forth?
the wind moves the flag
What type of simple machine is used to raise a flag on a flag pole?
pulley
Is the storm a flag size?
No, a storm is not a flag size. A storm is a natural phenomenon characterized by strong winds, rain, and other forms of precipitation. Flag size typically refers to the dimensions of a flag, such as small, medium, or large.
What is the leeward side of a flag pole?
The direct opposite side of whatever the direction of the flag is blowing into.
Why the Singapore flag is reversed on the A380?
Proper orientation requires the Flag of Singapore to be flown Crescent/Stars forward, so it appears its flying in the direction of the prevailing winds. Many nations fly their flags in "reversed field" on aircraft so it looks as though the flag is blowing in the wind caused by forward movement. This is also true on military uniforms.
Is a flag blowing in the wind a kinetic of potential energy?
Kinetic
What flags are on top of Mt Everest?
There are probably not that many flags on the summit of Mount Everest due to the high winds blowing them away. When a climber reaches the summit he or she usually leaves the flag of their nation.
Why shouldn't a flag be flown in a tornado or hurricane?
The extreme winds in a tornado or hurricane can easily destroy the flag and possibly bring down the flagpole,
What flag is used to indicate storm warning observed forecast winds of 48 knots or greater?
I think its the hotel flag, but either way its flapping
Neil Armstrong see something on the moon?
No because otherwise the flag wont be blowing. when he landed on the moon
How do you know which direction the wind is blowing?
There are many ways to test which way the wind is blowing. If you have a wind socket that will tell you which way. Also if you have a flag which ever way it is facing, then that is the way that it is blowing. If you have neither of these, stick your finger in your mouth and get it wet. you ill be able to tell which way it is blowing because one side will be dry.
How did the sewing of the first Us flag help the War?
the first flag showed the british that we were strong and united
How do you prevent a flag from blowing on roof?
You might prevent a flag from might lowing on a roof by placing the flag in a corner space that is protected. You can also remove the flag when the weather is windy.
What is a Tough-Tex flag?
Made by the Annin flag company, "Tough-Tex" is "an exclusive 100% 2-ply spun woven polyester fabric that resists high winds. The open weave reduces fabric stress for longest wear, and is the longest lasting flag made. It is engineered specifically for industrial, commercial, and institutional applications or where high winds and other severe stress conditions are likely to cause premature flag wear."
