Projectile motion Flashcards
Projectile motion
Refers to the movement of either an object or the human body as they travel through the air
What are the factors affecting the horizontal displacement of a projectile
- Angle of release
- Speed of release
- Height of release
Optimal angle of release
Angle between the horizontal and the direction of the projectile at release
What is the optimal angle of release
45 degrees
Horizontal displacement
The shortest distance from the starting point to the finishing point in a line parallel to the ground
Speed of release
The greater the release velocity of a projectile, the greater the horizontal displacement travelled
Height of release
A greater release height also results on a increase in horizontal displacement.
What are the factors that affect the flight paths of different projectiles
Parabola
Vector components of parabolic flight
Horizontal component
Vertical component
