A parachute is a device that slows down the fall of an object through the air. It is made of a large piece of fabric that is attached to a harness that the person wears. When the parachute is open, the fabric catches the air and creates drag, which slows down the fall.
Parachutes are used to help people and objects land safely from high places. They are often used by skydivers, paratroopers, and astronauts. They can also be used to help people escape from burning buildings or sinking ships.
The straps that hold a person or object in place during a parachute descent.
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The word "parachute" is derived from the French word "parachute", which is a combination of the words "para" (against) and "chute" (fall). The first recorded use of the word "parachute" was in the 1780s.
How does a parachute work?
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