Terminal
Velocity - Coffee Filters
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PIRA Classification: 2C30.65
Description: A coffee filter is dropped from the top of a 12'
ladder.
Alternatives: Drop one filter from 1 meter off the ground and
four
filters stacked 2 meters from the ground. They will land at the same time
(see movie).
Also, one can throw a coffee filter down to show that it slows to its
terminal velocity.
Special Instructions: None
Ideally For: Phys 1101, 1201, 1401
Condition: Ok
Setup time: 1 minute
Safety Issues: Don't fall off the ladder.