Physics Flashcards

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Name the six simple machines.

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Explain resonance and how it can be hazardous to aircraft.

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Explain the relationship between the density of a fluid and specific gravity.

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Explain how specific gravity of fluids can be applied to aircraft maintenance.

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If the temperature of a confined gas is increased, what effect does this have on its pressure?

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If the volume of a gas is allowed to increase, what effect does this have on its temperature if the pressure remains the same?

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If the pressure of a confined gas is increased, what effect does this have on its pressure?

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Hydraulic and pneumatic systems both utilize fluids, what is the difference between these fluids?

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Define density.

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Name the various methods of heat transfer.

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Define density altitude.

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What are the effects of thermal expansion on aircraft?

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Name the four forces acting on an aircraft in flight.

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Explain the four forces acting on an aircraft in flight.

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Name the three axes of rotation that determine movement of an airplane in flight.

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Where do the three axes of rotation intersect on an airplane?

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Name the three flight controls that provide movement around each of the three axes of rotation and on which axes they rotate the aircraft.

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Define angle of attack.

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Explain stall on an aircraft in flight.

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Explain the relationship between force, area, and pressure.

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Name the five forces or stresses that affect aircraft structure.

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Explain the force of tension.

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Explain the force of compression.

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Explain the force of torsion.

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Explain the force of bending.
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Explain the force of shear.
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Name the two forms of energy and explain each.