Air resistance is a frictional force that air pushes against a moving object.

Do you remember how difficult was it to walk through water, if you have tried to
walk in a pool, a river or the sea?

This is because, the particles of water are pushing back against you, resisting
your movement.

You know, walking through air is easier than walking through water. But, air
resists movement too. Let’s see what air resistance is and how air resistance
works with this lesson, Air Resistance for kids.

Air resistance for kids - It is difficult to hold on to the umbrella on a windy dayIt
is difficult to hold on to the umbrella on a windy day

What is air resistance?

Air resistance is a frictional force that air pushes against a moving object.

It is also known as drag.

Air resistance always tries to slows a moving object down.

The faster you move, the greater the resistance.

For example;

The faster the vehicle -moves, the bigger the air resistance becomes.