Projectile Motion

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the horizontal component of velocity (v_x) in projectile motion?
Back
The horizontal component of velocity (v_x) remains constant throughout the motion, as there is no horizontal acceleration.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
At what point in projectile motion is the vertical component of velocity (v_y) equal to zero?
Back
The vertical component of velocity (v_y) is equal to zero at the peak of the projectile's trajectory.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to the horizontal velocity (v_x) of a projectile as it moves through the air?
Back
The horizontal velocity (v_x) remains constant, assuming no air resistance.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the effect of gravity on the vertical motion of a projectile?
Back
Gravity causes the vertical component of velocity (v_y) to decrease until it reaches zero at the peak, and then it increases again as the projectile falls.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If two objects are dropped from the same height but with different horizontal velocities, which will hit the ground first?
Back
Both objects will hit the ground at the same time, as the time of fall is independent of horizontal velocity.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the angle of projection affect the range of a projectile?
Back
The range of a projectile is maximized at a projection angle of 45 degrees, assuming no air resistance.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the formula for the range of a projectile launched at an angle?
Back
The range (R) can be calculated using the formula R = (v^2 * sin(2θ)) / g, where v is the initial velocity, θ is the launch angle, and g is the acceleration due to gravity.
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