Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
Air resistance force, also known as drag, is a type of frictional force that opposes the motion of an object through air. It depends on factors such as speed, shape, and surface area of the object.