Projectile Motion: Angled Launch
Students will analyze the trajectories of projectiles launched at an angle, calculating range, maximum height, and time of flight.
Key Questions
- Evaluate the variables that affect the range and maximum height of a projectile in a vacuum versus real-world conditions.
- Design a launch system to ensure a payload reaches a specific target.
- Compare the energy transformations throughout a projectile's flight path.
Common Core State Standards
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