Principles of Technology

Overview: Resistance

Video Study Guide

 

"Resistance is like a force except it usually acts in the _____________________ direction."

 

When is resistance most helpful?

 

How does resistance keep a parachutist from going splat on the ground?

 

Resistance affects the ______________________________ which objects move.

 

What is the general formula for resistance?

 

What is the formula for drag resistance?

 

What is the formula for fluid resistance?

 

What is the formula for electrical resistance?

 

What is the formula for thermal resistance?

 

Is resistance always a problem to be overcome?

 

How does resistance help and hinder a nuclear power plant?

 

 

 

How fast can you tap your feet?

 

Give 4 examples of bad resistance

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Give 4 examples of good resistance

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4.

 


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