Projectile Motion Lab

Part 1:

Projectile Motion Simulation

Directions: Go to the projectile motion simulation and set it up so that you are shooting a pumpkin from the cannon, WITH air resistance (drag coefficient at 1). Try using a variety of angles, initial speed, and mass (leave the diameter alone). Each time you conduct a test, enter your data in the form below. Conduct as many tests as you can in the time allowed.

PROJECTILE MOTION FORM

After the lab, we will analyze the compiled class data.

Part 2:

Projectile Motion Lab Sheet

Try to hit the target using the Projectile Motion Simulation link by following the instructions and answering the questions on the lab sheet.