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The aim of the experiment is to find out which of the different shapes/sized parachutes work most efficiently.
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Aim: The aim of the experiment is to find out which of the different shapes/sized parachutes work most efficiently. Prediction: My prediction is that the parachute with the largest area will be the most efficient. I think this will happen as the larger area will grab the most air resistance making it last longer in the air and safer to use. Apparatus part1: Piece of thin card in the shape of a circle (approx. diameter 30cm) Polythene Sheet Sellotape Cotton Thread Paperclips Ruler Stop clock Scissors Apparatus part2: How to make the parachute? 1. Place the card circle over the sheet of polythene and carefully cut round it. You now have a polythene circle. 2. Cut 7 or 8 pieces of cotton thread, each about 40cm long. Take care to keep them separate. 3. Use Sellotape to stick the threads around the polythene circle. (Don't tangle them) 4. Collect the ends of the threads together and tie them in a knot. You now have your...
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