How Far Does a Bullet Fall in 0.5 Seconds?

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In summary, a bullet is fired horizontally at a speed of 200ms-1 and travels 100m before hitting a target. If we ignore air resistance, the bullet will fall a certain distance when it hits the target. The time it takes for the bullet to reach the target is 0.5 seconds. Considering this, air resistance will cause the bullet to fall a lesser amount than the calculated distance. There is also a discussion about the y-directional motion and the distance a dropped object would fall in 0.5 seconds.
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A BULLIT IS FIRED HORIZONTALLY AT A SPEED OF 200MS-1 AT A TARGET WHICH IS 100M AWAY.
ignoring air resistance calculate how far the bullit has fallen when it hits the target.
Explain whether air resistance would cause the bullit to fall a greater or lesser amount than the distance u have calculated.
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iv calculated the time for the bullit to reach the target 0.5s
 
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Now that you know the time it takes for the bullet to get to the target, try to find what happens in the y-directional motion.
 
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what do u mean?
 
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How far does a dropped object fall in 0.5 seconds?
 

Related to How Far Does a Bullet Fall in 0.5 Seconds?

1. What is the speed of a bullet?

The speed of a bullet can vary depending on the type of bullet and the weapon used. On average, a handgun bullet travels at a speed of 1,500 feet per second or 457 meters per second. However, some high-powered rifles can fire bullets at speeds of up to 3,000 feet per second or 914 meters per second.

2. How is the speed of a bullet measured?

The speed of a bullet is typically measured using a chronograph, which is a device that uses sensors to record the time it takes for a bullet to travel a known distance. This time is then used to calculate the bullet's speed using the formula: speed = distance/time.

3. What factors can affect the speed of a bullet?

The speed of a bullet can be affected by several factors, including the type and weight of the bullet, the type of weapon used, the barrel length of the weapon, and environmental conditions such as air resistance and wind.

4. How does the speed of a bullet impact its trajectory?

The speed of a bullet plays a crucial role in its trajectory. A higher bullet speed means it will travel further and have a flatter trajectory, while a lower bullet speed will result in a shorter distance and a steeper trajectory. This is due to the effects of gravity and air resistance on the bullet.

5. Can a bullet travel faster than the speed of sound?

Yes, some bullets can travel faster than the speed of sound, which is approximately 1,125 feet per second or 343 meters per second. These bullets are known as supersonic bullets and are commonly used in high-powered rifles. However, most handgun bullets travel at subsonic speeds.

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