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Physics · L2 · Why a Thrown Ball Follows a Curved Path

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Forward motion plus gravity's constant downward pull combine into the curved arc every thrown or kicked object follows.

by @openstemUpdated Physics
⚽ Ball is thrown or kickedKeeps moving forward through the air🌍 Gravity pulls straight downForward motion and downward pull combinePath curves into an arcHow steep was the throw?Flat throw: lands quickly, not farMedium throw: travels the farthestSteep throw: goes high, not far

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