Question

explain the phenomenon why are some of the skydivers falling faster than others? summarize it explain how forces affect the motion of the skydivers. revisit page keeley science probes revisit the page keeley science probe on page 5. has your thinking changed? if so, explain how it has changed. 20 evaluate module: energy and motion

Explanation:

The main forces acting on skydivers are gravity pulling them down and air - resistance pushing up. Some skydivers fall faster because they have a smaller air - resistance force acting on them. This could be due to their body position (more streamlined, like a head - first dive compared to a spread - eagle position), or they might have less surface area exposed to the air. Also, heavier skydivers will have a greater gravitational force acting on them and may accelerate faster initially, though air - resistance will eventually slow them down to a terminal velocity.

Answer:

Some skydivers fall faster due to differences in air - resistance (body position, surface area) and gravitational force (weight).