Projectile Motion Test

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What is projectile motion?

Back

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 parabola.

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What are the two components of projectile motion?

Back

The two components of projectile motion are horizontal (x) and vertical (y) components.

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What is the shape of the path followed by a projectile?

Back

The path followed by a projectile is a parabolic trajectory.

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What happens to the vertical speed of a projectile at its highest point?

Back

At the highest point, the vertical speed of the projectile is zero.

Front

What is the acceleration of a projectile during its flight?

Back

The acceleration of a projectile during its flight is constant and directed downward due to gravity, approximately 9.8 m/s².

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How does air resistance affect projectile motion?

Back

Air resistance opposes the motion of the projectile, reducing its range and altering its trajectory.

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What is the relationship between the speeds at points of equal height in projectile motion?

Back

The speeds at points of equal height are equal; thus, v_R = v_P at the same height.

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What is the direction of the acceleration of a projectile?

Back

The direction of the acceleration of a projectile is always downward, towards the center of the Earth.

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If a ball is thrown straight up, what is its acceleration at the highest point?

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The acceleration of the ball at the highest point is still 9.8 m/s² downward.

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What factors affect the range of a projectile?

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The range of a projectile is affected by the initial velocity, launch angle, and height of launch.