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Projectile Motion Simulation

Science · Projectile Motion · Middle School and High School

About this simulation

Without air resistance, horizontal velocity stays constant while gravity changes vertical velocity. Together these independent motions produce a parabolic path. Students can change launch speed and launch angle and compare what happens. Use it for physics inquiry with Middle School and High School on a projector or student device.

Standards: NGSS HS-PS2-1

What students can explore

  • Compare how launch speed and angle change range
  • Find the angle that produces the longest level-ground range
  • Compare the same launch under Earth, Moon, and stronger gravity

Learning objectives

  1. 1Predict how changing launch speed will affect the horizontal range, then test the prediction.
  2. 2Use evidence from the live calculation and visual to explain the result.

Questions teachers ask

Is the Projectile Motion simulation free?

Yes. Open the Projectile Motion simulation in a modern browser with no download or sign-up required.

Is it suitable for Middle School and High School?

The simulation includes learning-level presets spanning Middle School and High School. Choose the level that matches your class, then use it on a projector or student devices.

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Use a worksheet to capture predictions, observations, and explanations after students explore.

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Worksheets
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Ages 5–6

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