Description
A parachute operates on principles of motion and aerodynamics, transforming a free-fall into a controlled descent. As a skydiver jumps from an aircraft, they initially experience free-fall acceleration due to gravity. Upon deploying the parachute, air resistance dramatically increases, creating drag that counteracts the downward motion. The canopy of the parachute catches the air, inflating and increasing surface area, which slows the descent significantly. This change in motion ensures a safe and gradual landing.
