History of Parachutes
About the History of Parachutes Lesson
Summary
This lesson introduces students to the history of parachutes.
Objectives
• To be able to know the earliest versions of parachutes.
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To be able to identify some of the main contributors in the history of parachutes.
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To be able to briefly describe how parachutes were viewed and used during the wars.
Suggested Grades
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
Excerpt
The main purpose of the parachute is to act as a drag on an object falling and hung beneath it. The drag factor takes place due to a reduction in speed, which is caused by the resistance of the air pushing on the area of the parachute. The main two forces working when dealing with parachutes are gravity and air resistance.
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