Why does an object falling in the earth's gravitational field reach a steady velocity?
Correct answer: A. Air resistance increases with increase in velocity
- A. Air resistance increases with increase in velocity
- B. The Earth's gravitational field decreases as the object falls
- C. The mass of the object remains constant
- D. The weight of the object increases as it falls
Explanation
When an object falls in the Earth's gravitational field, it eventually reaches a steady velocity, known as terminal velocity. This occurs because of the balance between the force of gravity pulling the object downward and the opposing force of air resistance.
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