What is the frictional force exerted by fluids on objects moving through them kn

Question

What is the frictional force exerted by fluids on objects moving through them known as?

Options:

A . Lift

B . Thrust

C . Weight

D . Drag

Answer: Option D
:
D
Frictional force exerted byfluids, i.e., liquids and gases on objects moving through themis known as "drag". Itis the force which opposesmotion of any object moving with respect to the surrounding fluid.

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