PURPOSE: To demonstrate how a parachute quickly reaches its terminal velocity.
DESCRIPTION: The parachute is thrown into the air attached to a heavier weight. It opens as it begins to descend, quickly reaching its terminal velocity.
SUGGESTIONS:
REFERENCES: (PIRA unavailable.)
EQUIPMENT: Parachute pre-assembled to rocket, as photograaphed.
SETUP TIME: None.
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