Kinematics is the branch of physics that studies the motion of objects without considering the causes of motion.
The path of a thrown football is determined by the initial velocity, angle of release, and the effects of gravity and air resistance.
Distance refers to the total length traveled by an object, while displacement refers to the shortest distance between the initial and final positions of the object.
Air resistance, also known as drag, acts in the opposite direction of motion and can cause the football to slow down and deviate from its initial path.
While the path of a thrown football can be predicted using mathematical equations and principles of kinematics, it may be affected by external factors such as wind and air resistance, making it difficult to predict with 100% accuracy.