Why Do Raindrops Fall with Constant Speed During the Later

question 32

Multiple Choice

Why do raindrops fall with constant speed during the later stages of their descent?

• A)The gravitational force is the same for all drops
• B)Air resistance just balances the force of gravity
• C)The drops all fall from the same height
• D)The force of gravity is negligible for objects as small as raindrops
• E)Gravity cannot increase the speed of a falling object to more than 9.8 m/s

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