Mechanics and Materials · Mechanics & Motion
Kinematics and Projectile Motion
Analyzing the independent horizontal and vertical components of motion in a uniform gravitational field.
Key Questions
- 1How does the independence of vertical and horizontal vectors allow us to predict the landing site of a projectile?
- 2What variables affect the trajectory of a projectile in a real world environment with air resistance?
- 3How would an engineer apply kinematic equations to design safe runoff areas on a high speed racetrack?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
A-Level: Physics - MechanicsA-Level: Physics - Kinematics
Year: Year 12
Subject: Physics
Unit: Mechanics and Materials
Period: Mechanics & Motion
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