Projectile Motion

Projectile Motion

K-12 Science Curriculum Guide

Force, Motion and Energy : Projectile Motion

Content :

Projectile Motion [Gr.9]

 Motion in two dimension [Gr.9]
 Impulse and Momentum [Gr.9]
 Elastic and inelastic collision [Gr.9]

Content Standards :

 demonstrates understanding of projectile motion, impulse and momentum, conservation of momentum.

Performance Standards :

 advocates road safety.
 describes motion in two dimension.
 identifies any projectile is moving under the influence of gravity.
 explains why projectiles travel with two independent motions.
 computes for unknown variables using equations for horizontal and angled projectiles.
 proposes ways to enhance sports related to projectile motion.
 explains the dangers of celebratory firing.
 relates impulse and momentum to cause and effect.
 analyzes factors required to produce a change in momentum.
 analyzes one-dimensional elastic and inelastic collision and recoil situations.
 examines effects and predict causes of collision-related damages/injuries.