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How does the acceleration of the bullet compare with the acceleration of the rifle?
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∙ 13y ago
Both objects accelerate, however due to Newton's 2nd law the acceleration of the rifle is less due to it's higher mass.
Newton's second law F = ma
In your question the force (F) would be the same on both objects, but the mass (m) would be different and give a different answer for acceleration (a). This difference can be seen by looking at the effect of being on opposite sides of the rifle (ie kickback vs bullet hole)
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How does the acceleration of the compare with the acceleration of the rifle?
When a bullet is fired out of a gun, the bullet's acceleration and the gun's acceleration are equal in magnitude by opposite in direction. This is the cause of kickback from the gun. The reason why the gun doesn't rip your arm off though is because it's sheer size or mass, resulting in a much smaller impact on the object it collides with.
A rifle bullet shot horizontally has a vertical acceleration of?
9.8 meters (32.2 feet) per second2 downward.
When a bullet is fired from a rifle does the bullet have a greater momentum and kinetic energy than the rifle?
The momenta of the rifle and the bullet are equal and opposite. The bullet has greater kinetic energy than the rifle.
Why a force of returning of the rifle is smaller than that of the bullet?
because the bullet and the rifle have equal and opposite direction,so a bullet have high kinetic energy and momentum
A bullet leaves a rifle at a speed of 1100 ft per second the barrel of the gun is 2.10 ft long What was the acceleration of the bullet inside the barrel of the gun?
There is no single answer to this question. It will depend on the cartridge, and the characteristics of the powder and bullet being fired. For instance, the 40 gr 22 Long Rifle cartridge accelerates from the moment of firing, until it travels about 12 inches. The gas produced by firing reaches it's max expansion, and the bullet now begins to SLOW to some degree from friction with the barrel. Acceleration is NOT uniform with any firearm cartridge- if graphed it would be a curve with a very sharp spike.
How does the acceleration of the compare with the acceleration of the rifle?
When a bullet is fired out of a gun, the bullet's acceleration and the gun's acceleration are equal in magnitude by opposite in direction. This is the cause of kickback from the gun. The reason why the gun doesn't rip your arm off though is because it's sheer size or mass, resulting in a much smaller impact on the object it collides with.
A rifle bullet shot horizontally has a vertical acceleration of?
9.8 meters (32.2 feet) per second2 downward.
When a bullet is fired from a rifle does the bullet have a greater momentum and kinetic energy than the rifle?
The momenta of the rifle and the bullet are equal and opposite. The bullet has greater kinetic energy than the rifle.
What is an analogy that goes with bow and arrow?
Rifle and bullet (The bullet is dependent on the rifle to accomplish its purpose)
A bullet dropped versus a bullet fired from a gun which has greater acceleration?
The bullet fired from a gun has greater horizontal acceleration. For vertical acceleration, they are both the same.
Could a SLR rifle bullet be used In a 303 rifle both?
No. The L1A1 Self Loading rifle in in caliber 7.62 x51 mm (7.62 NATO) fires a rimless cartridge with a .308 bullet. The .303 Enfield cartridge is a different shape, has a rim, and fires a .311 bullet. If you compare the two cartridges, totally different in shape.
What does a barrel assembly do on a rifle?
The barrel guides and accelerates the bullet out of the rifle, and imparts spin to the bullet to stabilize the bullet in flight.
When a bullet is fired from a rifle?
When a bullet is fired from a rifle, a chemical reaction in the gunpowder ignites, rapidly expanding gases build up pressure, and the bullet is propelled out of the barrel at high speed. The rifling in the barrel causes the bullet to spin, improving accuracy and stability. Gravity will eventually cause the bullet to drop due to gravity and air resistance.
What is the average size of a assault rifle bullet?
There is no one answer- it depends on the rifle. They are generally less powerful than a full size battle rifle cartridge. The M16 rifle uses a 5.56mm bullet, the AK47 a 7.62mm bullet, etc.
What is the cost of the bullet of a double barrel hunting rifle?
That would depend on the caliber, and type of bullet, the rifle uses.
What kind of bullet do you use with a Revelation Model 120 rifle?
Have it examined by a good gunsmith. This rifle use a .22 caliber bullet, long rifle.
Why a force of returning of the rifle is smaller than that of the bullet?
because the bullet and the rifle have equal and opposite direction,so a bullet have high kinetic energy and momentum
