SPORTS When a basketball player shoots a free throw, the ball follows a curved path called projectile motion. The player gives the ball an initial speed and angle. Gravity pulls the ball downward, causing it to follow a parabolic trajectory. The goal is to aim the ball so that it goes through the hoop. The player adjusts the speed and angle of the shot to make the baske PHYSICS EXPERIMENTS When a ball rolls off a table and bounces into a trash can, it follows a path that combines rolling and bouncing motions.The motion is influenced by gravity, the angle of impact, and surface properties. MILITARY APPLICATIONS When a cannonball is launched, it follows a curved path called projectile motion. The cannon gives it an initial speed and angle. Gravity pulls it down, making it follow a parabolic trajectory. The cannonball reaches its highest point, then falls back to the ground. The distance it travels depends on its initial speed and launch angle. ASTRONOMY When a meteor enters Earth's atmosphere, it follows a path known as projectile motion.
It travels in a straight line initially, then
curves downward due to gravity and air resistance. Eventually, it impacts the Earth's surface.