Dynamics and Kinematics in Three Dimensions · Mechanics & Motion

Projectile and Circular Motion

Analyzing the motion of objects moving in two dimensions under the influence of gravity and centripetal forces.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the independence of horizontal and vertical vectors allow us to predict the landing site of a projectile?
  2. 2What variables affect the stability of a vehicle moving through a banked curve?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply centripetal acceleration concepts to design a safe roller coaster loop?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Dynamics - Grade 12
Grade: Grade 12
Subject: Physics
Unit: Dynamics and Kinematics in Three Dimensions
Period: Mechanics & Motion

Suggested Methodologies

Ready to teach this topic?

Generate a complete, classroom-ready active learning mission in seconds.

Generate a Custom MissionBrowse Lesson Plan Templates

More in Dynamics and Kinematics in Three Dimensions

Universal Gravitation and Satellites

Investigating Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation and its application to planetary orbits and satellite technology.

2 methodologies

Browse curriculum by country

AmericasUSCAMXCLCOBR
EuropeUKIEFRDEESITNLPTSE
Asia & PacificINSGAU