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Which factor has the least impact on the trajectory of a projectile, assuming air resistance is negligible?
Which factor has the least impact on the trajectory of a projectile, assuming air resistance is negligible?
- Mass of the projectile (correct)
- Gravity
- Launch angle
- Initial velocity
The horizontal motion of a projectile is affected by gravity.
The horizontal motion of a projectile is affected by gravity.
False (B)
In projectile motion, what shape does the trajectory typically resemble?
In projectile motion, what shape does the trajectory typically resemble?
parabola
The path followed by a projectile is called a(n) __________.
The path followed by a projectile is called a(n) __________.
A soccer player kicks a ball at a higher angle relative to the ground. How is the range of the projectile and time in the air affected?
A soccer player kicks a ball at a higher angle relative to the ground. How is the range of the projectile and time in the air affected?
In a scenario, a projectile is launched horizontally from an elevated position. What is its vertical velocity at the instant it is launched?
In a scenario, a projectile is launched horizontally from an elevated position. What is its vertical velocity at the instant it is launched?
Match the launch scenario with the description of its horizontal and vertical velocities throughout the projectile's trajectory:
Match the launch scenario with the description of its horizontal and vertical velocities throughout the projectile's trajectory:
Which of the following statements accurately describes the vertical motion of a projectile launched vertically upwards?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the vertical motion of a projectile launched vertically upwards?
Flashcards
Trajectory
Trajectory
The path followed by an object moving through the air under gravity.
Projectile
Projectile
An object launched into the air and moving freely under gravity alone.
Projectile Motion
Projectile Motion
The motion of an object projected into the air, subject to gravity.
Horizontal Motion
Horizontal Motion
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Angle of Projection
Angle of Projection
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Horizontally Launched Projectiles
Horizontally Launched Projectiles
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Vertically Launched Projectiles
Vertically Launched Projectiles
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Vertical projectile's motion
Vertical projectile's motion
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