Lesson Plan: P2.2.06

Hamble Lesson Observation Plan
Learning About
What is terminal velocity?
Keywords:
  • Zero (1)
  • Resultant (1)
  • Balance (1)
  • Fluid (1)
Memory Anchor:
Method Precise Learning Objective Linked Question / Activity
(Designed for maximum working out)		 Stepping Stones Pitstop Check
(Thinking Map)
An object falling through a fluid initially accelerates due to the force of gravity. Eventually the resultant force will be zero and the object will move at its terminal velocity. Why do objects falling through a fluid reach a terminal velocity?

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Links To the Big Ideas
ForcesParticlesEnergyCells