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Will a heavier ball or a lighter ball launch farther in a catapult?
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What makes a catapult launch an object far?
A catapult launches an object far by converting potential energy into kinetic energy. When the tension is released, the stored potential energy is transferred to the object, propelling it forward. Factors like the tension in the catapult's arm, the angle of launch, and the weight of the projectile all contribute to how far the object will be launched. Additionally, reducing air resistance and optimizing the design of the catapult can also help increase the launch distance.
Why do bigger catapults launch objects farther than smaller catapults?
More stored energy
How does gravity affect a ball launched from a catapult?
Well, first gravity makes it launch, second it makes the ball start to fall down when it's launched.
How does a catapult get its energy to launch items?
Catapults work like third class levers. The base acts as the fulcrum on which the catapult arm pivots. Force is provided by rubber bands attached to the crossbar of the catapult. The rubber bands tighten when the arm is pulled back, so when the arm is released, it is propelled forward until it hits the crossbar. The object being launched is then propelled forward into the air.
How do you build a mousetrap catapult to launch an egg and the mousetrap through a hoop 9 inches in diameter 7.25 inches high and 8 inches away using only the mousetrap to launch it?
best of luck 2 u my friend I agree it sounds pretty impossible
Will a bigger catapult throw farther than a small one?
it will because of the rubber band. (if homemade) the rubber band will stretch farther and when released it will launch the object farther.
What is a sentence using the word catapult?
You use a catapult to launch things into the air.
Why was the catapult was used?
to launch me into your moms window
How far did the fartherst catapult launch?
about 3.5 kilometers
What was the catapult made for?
The catapult was made to launch projectiles and was very useful in battle before modern warfare.
How do you make a catapult that can launch a tennis ball?
buy one
How do you deal with your loud neighbors?
Build a catapult. Launch things at them.
How is the a catapult used?
To launch a large rock by kinetic power.
What word means launch in the air?
Hurl, eject, catapult.
How a catapult is used?
To launch a large rock by kinetic power.
Does a 10lb catapult launch further than a 3lb one?
Usually yes...but it depends on the angle of trajectory, weight and aerodynamics of the thing being catapulted, the length of the "arm" of the catapult, and the amount of force that the catapult is set to hurl the object. Example: a feather on the 10lb catapult which is set at a high trajectory and a low force will go almost nowhere while a stone from a 3 pound catapult will go much farther if it is set on a perfect trajectory and maximum force.
Can a catapult launch a rotten egg?
Yes. And almost anything else.
