Aerodynamics and Physics Flashcard

Front

What is the study of how air moves around a solid object called?

Back

Aerodynamics

Front

Which of the following is NOT a force of aerodynamics? Weight, Drag, Friction, Thrust

Back

Friction

Front

According to Newton's First Law, what happens to a stationary object when no force is applied?

Back

It remains at rest

Front

What type of friction occurs when an object slides over a surface?

Back

Sliding Friction

Front

Which type of friction is less when an object rolls over a surface compared to sliding?

Back

Rolling Friction

Front

What is the formula for Newton's Second Law of Motion?

Back

F = mass x acceleration

Front

What is the force that pushes something forward, generated by an engine?

Back

Thrust

Front

What must be greater than weight for an object to keep flying?

Back

Lift

Front

What does Boyle's Law explain?

Back

The relationship between gas and pressure

Front

What is the formula for Boyle's Law?

Back

pv = k