Projectile Motion Review

Front

What does dx represent?

Back

horizontal distance

Front

Projectile Motion is motion in _____ dimensions

Back

Two (2D)

Front

The shape of the trajectory of a thrown basketball is a ______________.

Back

parabola

Front

What does Vx represent?

Back

horizontal velocity

Front

The X or horizontal motion of a projectile __________________ affects the Y or vertical motion of a projectile.

Back

Does NOT

Front

What is the acceleration due to gravity (g) in projectile motion?

Back

Approximately 9.81 m/s² downward.

Front

What is the formula for the range of a projectile launched at an angle?

Back

Range = (V₀² * sin(2θ)) / g

Front

What does Vy represent in projectile motion?

Back

vertical velocity

Front

What is the effect of air resistance on projectile motion?

Back

It reduces the range and alters the trajectory.

Front

What is the maximum height formula for a projectile?

Back

H = (V₀² * sin²(θ)) / (2g)