English National Curriculum - Science Science

6. Explore acceleration - part 2

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Calculate the velocity of an object which is accelerating at a constant rate

Describe the acceleration of an object falling through a fluid

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terminal

In relation to velocity, when an object falling through a liquid or gas reaches a steady speed.

falling

Force on an object pushing it downwards.

magnitude

The quantity or distance of an object.

deceleration

How an object decreases in velocity or speed over time.

parachute

A device which increases surface area allowing for air resistance to slow the speed before a body falling hits the surface.

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