Projectiles

Question 1

Define Projectiles.

Answer 1

Something travelling through the air. It is usually something that has been thrown, such as a shot put or shuttlecock.

Question 2

What are the factors affecting horizontal Projectiles?

Answer 2

Speed of Release.
Height of Release.
Angle of Release.

Question 3

Describe the Speed of Release.

Answer 3

The greater the speed of release, the greater the horizontal displacement.

Question 4

Describe the Height of Release.

Answer 4

The greater the height of release, the greater the horizontal displacement.

Question 5

Describe the Angle of Release.

Answer 5

This depends on the release height and landing height.

Question 5

When is the Optimal Angle >45*?

Answer 5

When landing height is higher than release height.

Question 6

When is the Optimal Angle =45*?

Answer 6

When release and landing heights are the same.

Question 7

When is the Optimal Angle <45*?

Answer 7

When landing height is lower than release height.