Ask an Explainer - Aerodynamics

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Q: What is the scientific name for a wind vane?
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Q: Why do some objects go through water and air with no problem, and others have friction pushing against them in the water?
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Aerodynamics
Q: Why do wings have different shapes?
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Aerodynamics
Q: What are the similarities between the first airplane and modern day airplanes?
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Q: What does the nose of an airplane do?
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Aerodynamics
Q: Could you fly a plane underwater if it had all water proof features?
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Aerodynamics
Q: Is a shock wave generated under the wings of a jet?
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Aerodynamics
Q: How do birds reduce drag?
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Aerodynamics
Q: Why dont planes have the mechanics to flap their wings to achieve more lift?
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Aerodynamics
Q: How does the angle of the wing affect the distance traveled by a plane?
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Aerodynamics