Kinematics and the Geometry of Motion · Mechanics & Motion
Projectile Motion
Analyzing the independent horizontal and vertical components of motion for objects launched into the air.
Key Questions
- 1How does the independence of vertical and horizontal vectors allow us to predict landing zones?
- 2What variables affect the trajectory of a projectile when air resistance is introduced to the model?
- 3How would an engineer apply projectile equations to design an automated irrigation system?
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
ON: Kinematics - Grade 11
Grade: Grade 11
Subject: Physics
Unit: Kinematics and the Geometry of Motion
Period: Mechanics & Motion
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