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Projectile Motion - Class 11 Physics

Introduction
Projectile motion refers to the motion of an object thrown into the air, subject only to
gravity. It is characterized by a curved path known as the trajectory.
This phenomenon is widely observed in real life, such as when a ball is kicked or a
cannonball is fired.
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Common Terms
v: Velocity of projection. The initial speed with which the object is launched.
θ (theta): Angle of projection. The angle at which the object is launched.
R: Range. The horizontal distance covered by the projectile.
H: Maximum height. The highest point reached by the projectile.
T: Time of flight. The total time the projectile remains in the air.
Formulas
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Time of flight: T = 2u sin θ / g
Maximum height: H = u² sin² θ / 2g
Range: R = u² sin 2θ / g
Horizontal displacement: x = u cos θ · t
Vertical displacement: y = u sin θ · t - 1/2 g t²
Equation of Trajectory
The trajectory of a projectile can be described as:
General form: y = x tan θ - g x² / (2u² cos² θ)
In terms of range: y = x tan θ (1 - x / R)
Applications
Projectile motion is widely applicable in various fields, such as:
- Sports: Understanding the trajectory of balls in games like cricket or football.
- Engineering: Designing projectiles like missiles and artillery.
- Space exploration: Calculating the path of rockets and satellites.
Conclusion
Projectile motion exemplifies the interaction between horizontal and vertical motion. It
provides insight into real-world phenomena and is fundamental in physics and
engineering.

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