17.2.3 - Factors Affecting Drag
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Define drag in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about how a swimming fish experiences resistance in the water.
What is the drag coefficient (Cd)?
💡 Hint: Consider how a sports car might have a lower Cd than a van.
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What is the drag coefficient (Cd)?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of shape in fluid dynamics.
True or False: A rough surface increases drag.
💡 Hint: Consider how water flows around different textures.
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A wind turbine blade has a length of 2 meters and a diameter of 0.3 meters. It operates in air that flows at a speed of 15 m/s. Calculate the drag force acting on the blade if the drag coefficient is known to be 1.5.
💡 Hint: Ensure you account for the unit conversions if necessary.
You are tasked to design a car with a minimized drag coefficient. What factors would you consider in your design process, and why?
💡 Hint: Think about how racing cars are designed and what features they have compared to regular cars.
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