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  • Terminal Velocity: Understanding Object Speed & Factors
    An object that has reached terminal velocity is no longer accelerating. This means its speed is constant.

    The specific speed at terminal velocity depends on:

    * The object's shape and mass: A heavier object or one with a larger surface area will have a higher terminal velocity.

    * The density of the fluid it's falling through: A denser fluid like water will result in a lower terminal velocity compared to air.

    * Other factors: Air resistance, wind speed, and even the object's rotation can affect terminal velocity.

    It's important to understand that terminal velocity is not a specific speed, but rather a state of constant speed.

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