When a body falls in air, the resistance of air depends to a great extent on the shape of…

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When a body falls in air, the resistance of air depends to a great extent on the shape of the body. 3 different shapes are given. Identify the combination of air resistance which truly represents the physical situation.

\((1) disc (2) ball (3) cigar shaped\)

(The cross-sectional areas are the same).

  1. 1 < 2 < 3
  2. 2 < 3 < 1
  3. 3 < 2 < 1
  4. 3 < 1 < 2

Answer

(C) 3 < 2 < 1

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