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Velocity Components of a Projectile Video Tutorial
The Velocity Components of a Projectile Video Tutorial explains how the vertical and horizontal velocity components change (and doesn't change) over the course of a projectile's trajectory. Numerous examples, vector diagrams, velocity-time tables, and animations assist in the explanations.
The video lesson answers the following questions:
How can the horizontal and vertical velocity of a projectile be described?
How can you predict the time that an angle-launched projectile will be in the air?
Physics Interactives: Projectile Simulator
Who doesn't like to play? Like experiment and probe with cause-and-effect? Well, here's your chance to play with projectiles in a controlled environment. This simulation allows you to change a variety of initial parameters (height, launch angle, launch speed, etc.) and observe the effect upon the motion of a projectile.
Concept Builder: Which One Doesn't Belong? - Projectile Motion
Have you tried a Concept Builder lately? If not, then it's time to try this one. Modeled after the popular children's game ... "One of these is not like the other ... which one doesn't belong?" Have fun. Learn.
Concept Builder: Free Fall
While this Concept Builder is restricted to one-dimensional free fall motion, it makes for a great pre-cursor to understanding two-dimensional projectile motion. Give it a try!
The Calculator Pad: Vectors and Projectiles, Problems #21 - #34
While these problems might be a bit pre-mature for those just being introduced to projectiles, we will mention them anyways. This page includes a large collection of physics word problems, answers, and audio-guided solutions. When it's time to solve problems, it's time to visit The Calculator Pad.
Multimedia Physics Studios, Horizontally Launched Projectiles
Sometimes you have to see it to understand it. And here's a great chance to see it! Our GIF animations can still deliver a great punch towards a student's understanding of Physics. Take some time. Study the details. Read the short amount of accompanying text.
Teacher Resources
Physics Interactives: Projectile Simulator
This simulation provides a variable-rich enrichment for exploring fundamental concepts related to projectile motion. This simulation allows you to change a variety of initial parameters (height, launch angle, launch speed, etc.) and observe the effect upon the motion of a projectile. The simulation is accompanied by three classroom-ready handouts. Plan a lesson or two around this simulation.
Concept Builder: Which One Doesn't Belong? - Projectile Motion
Students love Concept Builders. This one is modeled after the popular children's game ... "One of these is not like the other ... which one doesn't belong?" Includes three levels of difficulty, immediate feedback, and question-specific help.
Concept Builder: Free Fall
While this Concept Builder is restricted to one-dimensional free fall motion, it makes for a great pre-cursor to understanding two-dimensional projectile motion. The focus is on the changes in the vertical velocity of a free-falling object. Help your students solidfy this concept ... then add the horizontal.
The Calculator Pad: Vectors and Projectiles, Problems #21 - #34
While these problems might be a bit pre-mature for those just being introduced to projectiles, we will mention them anyways. This page includes a large collection of physics word problems, answers, and audio-guided solutions. When it's time to solve problems, it's time to visit The Calculator Pad.
Multimedia Physics Studios, Vectors and Projectiles
Our GIF animations can still deliver a great punch towards a student's understanding of Physics. Investigate our collection. They're perfect for classroom demonstrations, group discussions, and student readings.
Slides
Do you like the slides we used? They are available in our low cost Teacher Presentation Pack, along with other updated materials used in our presentation.