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Does the Initial velocity required depend on the mass of projectile to impart a projectile of perticilar angle and perticular height?
Originally posted by Techno
Now, if one wanted to get really picky, I suppose it can be said that more massive objects do fall a tiny bit faster than lighter objects because, all though the Earth's gravitationl pull on both objects is the same, the heavier object has a stronger pull on the Earth. But that would be silly.
The mass of a projectile does not directly affect its initial velocity. Instead, the initial velocity is determined by other factors such as the force applied to the projectile, the angle of launch, and air resistance. However, a heavier projectile may require more force to achieve the same initial velocity as a lighter projectile due to its greater inertia.
No, there is no specific formula for determining the initial velocity of a projectile based on its mass alone. As mentioned, the initial velocity is influenced by various factors and there is no single formula that can account for all of them.
The initial velocity of a projectile plays a significant role in determining its trajectory. A higher initial velocity will result in a longer and flatter trajectory, while a lower initial velocity will result in a shorter and steeper trajectory. This is because the initial velocity affects the vertical and horizontal components of the projectile's motion.
Yes, the mass of a projectile does affect its acceleration. According to Newton's second law of motion, the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force applied to it and inversely proportional to its mass. Therefore, a heavier projectile will experience a lower acceleration compared to a lighter projectile when the same force is applied.
The initial velocity of a projectile can be calculated in an experiment by measuring the displacement, time, and angle of launch. These values can then be used to calculate the initial velocity using the equations of motion. Alternatively, specialized equipment such as a ballistic pendulum or radar gun can be used to directly measure the initial velocity of a projectile.