Projectile Motion
About
Topics
- Projectile Motion
- Angle
- Initial Speed
- Mass
- Air Resistance
Description
Blast a Buick out of a cannon! Learn about projectile motion by firing various objects. Set the angle, initial speed, and mass. Add air resistance. Make a game out of this simulation by trying to hit a target.
Sample Learning Goals
- Predict how varying initial conditions affect a projectile path(various objects, angles, initial speed, mass, diameter, initial height, with and without air resistance).
- Use reasoning to explain the predictions.
- Explain common projectile motion terms in their own words. (launch angle, initial speed, initial height, range, final height, time).
- Describe why using the simulation is a good method for studying projectiles.
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For Teachers
Teacher Tips
Overview of sim controls, model simplifications, and insights into student thinking ( PDF ). |
Teacher-Submitted Activities
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Software Requirements
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Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7 Macromedia Flash 9 or later
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OS 10.5 or later Macromedia Flash 9 or later
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Macromedia Flash 9 or later
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Credits
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