Air Resistance - Self Assessment

A self-assessment exercise designed for students delves into the concept of air resistance, a phenomenon encountered in various aspects of physics and everyday life. The assessment prompts students to reflect on their understanding of air resistance, asking if they can explain that it is a type of friction and what occurs to produce it. Students are encouraged to consider the causes of air resistance, which involves the interaction between the surface of an object and the air particles it moves through, leading to a force that opposes motion.

The exercise further challenges students to describe the effects of air resistance, such as how it can slow down moving objects, and to think critically about ways to manipulate this force. They are asked to suggest methods for increasing or decreasing air resistance, which may involve altering the shape, surface area, or texture of an object. This self-assessment provides an opportunity for students to evaluate their grasp of the principles of air resistance and its implications, while also giving teachers insight into their students' comprehension and areas that may require further instruction.