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Fluid Mechanics: Terminal Velocity MCQ

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Terminal VelocityMediumQuestion 30948

Question

At terminal velocity, net force on a falling sphere is:
  1. A
    Maximum
  2. B
    Zero
    Correct
  3. C
    Equal to weight
  4. D
    Upward

Correct answer

Zero

Explanation

Terminal velocity = constant speed → zero acceleration → net force = 0. Weight = buoyancy + drag.

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