Is the Projectile Calculation of 120m for a Volcanic Bomb Correct?

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The discussion revolves around projectile motion, specifically concerning the calculation of the range of a volcanic bomb launched from a volcano. Participants are examining the initial speed and angle of launch required for the bomb to reach a specific distance.

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  • The original poster attempts to calculate the range using the Pythagorean theorem and projectile motion equations. Some participants question the correctness of the initial calculations and the assumptions made regarding the components of velocity and gravitational acceleration.

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There is a mix of responses, with some participants confirming the original poster's calculations while others encourage a more detailed presentation of the work involved. Multiple interpretations of the problem setup are being explored, particularly regarding the launch angle and distance.

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Participants are working with specific values for horizontal and vertical distances, as well as gravitational acceleration, but there may be constraints related to the assumptions about the launch conditions and the projectile's trajectory.

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If the vertical component of the velocity is 20m/s and the horizontal component is 30m/s and g = 10m/s^2, how far does the projectile land from its initial launch point?

the answer I got was 120m, is this correct?

heres my method:

use pythagorean theorem to find initial velocity from the vertical and horizontal component

then find the angle of the launch with vx = v0 cos (theta)

then use R = v0^2 / g sin 2(theta) to find range
 
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Your answer is correct.
In future it is better to write down your calculations, rather than giving the answer. It saves our time, which we can use to help the other students.
 
A rock (volcanic bomb) is launched out of the mouth of a volcano during eruption.
a) At what initial speed would a bomb have to be ejected, at 35 degrees to the horizontal, from the vent at A in order to land at the foot of volcano at B
b) What would be the time of flight?
Delta d x= 9.40 km
Delta d y= 3.30 km
ay= 9.8 m/s ^2
 
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A rock (volcanic bomb) is launched out of the mouth of a volcano during eruption.
a) At what initial speed would a bomb have to be ejected, at 35 degrees to the horizontal, from the vent at A in order to land at the foot of volcano at B
b) What would be the time of flight?
Delta d x= 9.40 km
Delta d y= 3.30 km
ay= 9.8 m/s ^2
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Delta d x= 9.40 km
Delta d y= 3.30 km

What are they?
 

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