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F4-05: PARACHUTE TOY

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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