How does an open parachute slow a skydiver’s fall?
Air resistance (drag force) vs Gravity
(When a skydiver opens a parachute, the surface area increases, which increases air resistance and decreases speed.)
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The parachute weakens the force of gravity.
The parachute changes the mass of the skydiver.
The parachute increases air resistance (the force opposing gravity)
The parachute does not slow a skydiver's fall.
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The parachute increases air resistance (the force opposing gravity)
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