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A raindrop is released from a cloud 1000 m above ground. When the drop is about to hit the ground, its speed will be

A
Cannot be predicted
B
Constant terminal speed
C
Decreasing due to retardation from air drag
D
Increasing due to acceleration due to gravity

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Answer

(b) Constant terminal speed
Explanation: The rain drops acquire terminal velocity after falling long distance due to balance of buoyant force and weight of the drop due to gravity.

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