3 balls are launched off a tall cliff with the same initial velocity

In summary, the three balls are being launched from a cliff at different angles: one horizontally, one downward, and one upward. The question is which of these three balls will strike the ground with the greatest speed. It is mentioned that there is another ball or target that these three balls are aimed at. The suggestion is made to write out the kinematic equations for each scenario to get the most accurate result.
  • #1
vijaym801
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which will strike the ball at the fastest speed?
-one launched upward at a certain angel
-one launched downward
-one launched perfectly horizontally




I am guessing 1, since it has the additional height to fall under gravity influence
 
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  • #2
vijaym801 said:
which will strike the ball at the fastest speed?
What ball and where is it?
 
  • #3
Fightfish said:
What ball and where is it?

One of the balls is launched horizontally from a cliff.
One of the balls is launched downward from a cliff.
One of the balls is launched upward from a cliff.
 
  • #4
Yea, three balls are launched...but you are asking which ball would "strike the ball at the fastest speed"? Clearly there is another ball/target that these three balls are aimed at?
 
  • #5
Fightfish said:
Yea, three balls are launched...but you are asking which ball would "strike the ball at the fastest speed"? Clearly there is another ball/target that these three balls are aimed at?



Which has the highest speed right before hitting the ground
 
  • #6
i misstyped. it should be which of these 3 balls strikes the ground with the greatest speed.
 
  • #7
Instead of guessing, why not try writing out the kinematic equations for each scenario. (You will get a most interesting result)
 
  • #8
i misstyped. it should be which of these 3 balls strikes the ground with the greatest speed.
 

Related to 3 balls are launched off a tall cliff with the same initial velocity

1. What is the initial velocity of the balls?

The initial velocity of all three balls is the same, as stated in the question. This means that they are all launched with the same speed and direction.

2. What factors affect the trajectory of the balls?

The trajectory of the balls will be affected by factors such as air resistance, gravity, and the angle at which they are launched. Other factors may include wind speed and direction, and the shape and weight of the balls.

3. Will all three balls reach the same height?

No, the balls will not reach the same height. This is because they will experience different amounts of air resistance and gravity, which will affect their trajectories and the distance they travel.

4. How will the balls' velocities change as they fall?

The balls' velocities will decrease as they fall due to the force of gravity. However, the rate at which their velocities decrease will depend on factors such as air resistance and the angle at which they were launched.

5. Can you predict the exact landing point of each ball?

No, it is not possible to predict the exact landing point of each ball. This is because even small differences in initial conditions can lead to significant differences in trajectories over time, making it difficult to accurately predict the exact landing point of each ball.

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