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As the name suggests, horizontal motion occurs when the object is thrown horizontally, meaning it starts with zero vertical velocity. The only force acting on the object is gravity, causing it to ...

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Suppose you throw some object near the surface of the earth. If the only significant force on the object is the constant downward gravitational force, we call this "projectile motion." Yes, that ...

Discover why the optimal launch angle in projectile motion is 45° and how physics explains maximum range. This video breaks down the concept clearly, making it easy to understand for students, ...