I don't see how that explains the lack of symmetry in the ascent and the descent.pam said:It's easiest to understand using angular momentum.
To keep angular momentum constant, the angular velocity has to decrease as the altitude
increases.
That is a different effect.TVP45 said:This is very sensible if you can manage to try it. Do you live somewhere where you can get on a rotating platform (a Merry-go-round) or one of those kid's spinners at the playground (if it's not covered by snow). In a pinch find a rotating stool which is fastened to the floor. Get a tennis ball. While spinning, toss it in the air. Watch what happens going up. Watch what happens coming down.
Coriolis acceleration is the apparent deflection of an object's path due to the rotation of the Earth. It matters for vertical projection because it affects the trajectory and speed of objects launched in the vertical direction.
Coriolis acceleration causes objects that are launched vertically to appear to deflect to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere. This is because the Earth's rotation causes the ground to rotate beneath the object as it travels, altering its trajectory.
No, Coriolis acceleration cannot be ignored when launching objects vertically. It is a fundamental force that affects all objects on Earth and must be taken into account for accurate projections and calculations.
The strength of Coriolis acceleration increases with latitude. This is because the Earth's rotation is faster at the equator and slower at the poles, resulting in a larger deflection of objects at higher latitudes.
Yes, understanding Coriolis acceleration is important for a variety of practical applications, such as predicting the trajectory of missiles, launching satellites into orbit, and understanding weather patterns. It is also crucial for navigation and surveying, as it affects the accuracy of measurements taken on a rotating Earth.