Projectile Motion

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What is projectile motion?

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Projectile motion is the motion of an object that is thrown into the air and is subject to the force of gravity. It follows a curved path called a trajectory.

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What is the trajectory of a projectile?

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The trajectory is the path followed by a projectile as it moves through space, typically described as a parabolic shape due to the influence of gravity.

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What factors affect the range of a projectile?

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The range of a projectile is affected by its initial velocity, launch angle, and the height from which it is launched.

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What is the difference between horizontal and vertical motion in projectile motion?

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Horizontal motion is uniform and does not change, while vertical motion is influenced by gravity, causing acceleration downwards.

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How does the angle of launch affect the height and distance of a projectile?

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A launch angle of 45 degrees typically provides the maximum range, balancing height and distance. Lower angles favor distance, while higher angles favor height.

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What is the formula for calculating the range of a projectile?

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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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What is the significance of the time of flight in projectile motion?

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The time of flight is the total time a projectile remains in the air, which depends on the initial vertical velocity and the height from which it is launched.

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What happens to the vertical velocity of a projectile as it rises?

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As a projectile rises, its vertical velocity decreases due to the acceleration of gravity until it reaches its peak height.

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What is the effect of air resistance on projectile motion?

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Air resistance opposes the motion of a projectile, reducing its range and altering its trajectory compared to ideal projectile motion without air resistance.

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How do mass and weight affect projectile motion?

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In ideal projectile motion, mass does not affect the motion; all objects fall at the same rate regardless of mass due to gravity.