Forces of Flight
7th Grade•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can explain how lift, drag, thrust, and weight affect an airplane's flight.
Practice Questions
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1. Define lift in the context of airplane flight. How is it generated?
2. Explain the role of thrust in an airplane's motion. What part of the airplane generates thrust?
3. Describe drag and its effect on an airplane. What are some ways engineers minimize drag?
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