ERIC Number: EJ314420
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Publication Date: 1985
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The Amateur Scientist.
Walker, Jearl
Scientific American, v252 n3 p122,124-27 Mar 1985
Presents a field formula for calculating speed and flight efficiency of soaring birds. By estimating the size of the bank angle and timing the complete circle, the observer can determine the speed and circling radius on a chart provided. Lift coefficients and flight characteristics of several birds are also discussed. (DH)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Higher Education, Motion, Ornithology, Physics, Science Experiments
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General
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Language: English
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