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explain how a parachutist reaches a constant speed using the concept of terminal velocity.

1 - parachutist is in plane, they are stationary so according to Newton's first law the forces acting on them (weight downwards and reactionary force upwards) are equal. 2 - parachutist leaves the plane. ...

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Answered by annabel k. Physics tutor
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Explain the gaps within an absorption spectrum and where this may commonly occur in the universe

The gaps within an absorption spectrum occur when the light that is measured has passed through a medium that has absorbed some photons. The photons that the medium absorbs are specific to the element tha...

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Answered by Felix D. Physics tutor
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How do Transformers work?

Transformers are two coils of wire, coiled around each side of an iron core (primary and secondary). The primary coil has a potential difference supplied to it that drives the alternating current through ...

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Answered by Niusha S. Physics tutor
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Explain Rutherford's alpha particle scattering experiment and what it provided evidence for

The experiment involved firing alpha particles at thin gold foil, where the number of alpha particles scattered at various angles were counted using a detector. This provided evidence for the existence, c...

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Answered by Caitlin F. Physics tutor
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What is meant by 'dissipated energy'?

In a system, we can transfer energy from an energy store into one or more useful forms of energy, however this process is not 100% efficient and some energy is wasted as ...

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Answered by Daniel M. Physics tutor
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