CHEMISTRY
CHEMISTRY
DHANUKA
SARASWATI VIDYA
MANDIR
SESSION 2024-
SUBJECT – PHYSICS
INDEX
1. INTRODUCTION
6. Conclusion
INTRODUCTION
Projectile motion is a form of motion experienced
by an object that is projected into the air and is
influenced only by the force of gravity and air
resistance. The object, known as a projectile,
follows a curved trajectory called a parabola. This
motion can be described in two dimensions:
horizontal and vertical components, which are
analyzed independently.
Importance in Physics
Projectile motion is significant in physics because
it demonstrates fundamental principles of
kinematics and dynamics. Here are a few reasons
why it is important:
1.Understanding Forces: It helps in
understanding how different forces act on an
object in motion, such as gravity and air
resistance.
2.Real-World Applications: Projectile motion
principles are applied in various real-world
scenarios, including sports, engineering, and
aerospace. For example, calculating the
trajectory of a basketball, designing ballistic
missiles, or predicting the path of a satellite.
3.Foundation for Advanced Topics: It
serves as a foundation for more advanced
studies in mechanics, such as analyzing the
motion of objects in non-uniform gravitational
fields.
4.Problem-Solving Skills: Studying projectile
motion enhances problem-solving skills by
requiring the application of mathematical
equations and concepts to predict an object's
motion.
Case 1: Horizontal Projectile Motion
Description and Characteristics
Horizontal projectile motion occurs when an
object is launched horizontally from a certain
height and moves under the influence of gravity.
The object has an initial horizontal velocity but no
initial vertical velocity. The motion can be
analyzed in two separate components: horizontal
(constant velocity) and vertical (accelerated due
to gravity).
Example: Object Thrown Horizontally from a
Height
Imagine a ball thrown horizontally from a cliff
with an initial speed of 10 m/s.
Equations of Motion