Physics, asked by adi1904, 1 year ago

Why is the landing pit in a long jump event made loose with the bed of sand

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Answered by debinstinct
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Because if you fall on the sand the impact will be less

Answered by cookiecaramel1115
1

Answer:

Athlete is made to land on the sand after long jump so as to increase the time of impact. This reduces the momentum and force by which he is landing on the ground. Thus, athlete is saved from getting injured.

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