How to calculate vertical velocity

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In summary, vertical velocity is the measure of an object's vertical position change over time. It is calculated by dividing the change in vertical position by the change in time and is typically measured in units such as meters per second or feet per second. Factors such as initial velocity, acceleration due to gravity, and air resistance can affect vertical velocity, which is important in physics, meteorology, and aerodynamics.

Jan 4, 2004

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I need to calculate vertical velocity for a perjectile

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Assuming no air resistance, acceleration vertially is -g (-9.8 m/s² in metric, -32.2 ft/s² in English) so that after t seconds, the velocity is -gt+ v₀ (v₀ is the velocity at 0 seconds).

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What is vertical velocity?

Vertical velocity is the measure of the change in an object's vertical position over time. It is the speed at which an object moves up or down.

How is vertical velocity calculated?

Vertical velocity is calculated by dividing the change in vertical position by the change in time. The formula is: vertical velocity = (vertical position final - vertical position initial) / time.

What units are used to measure vertical velocity?

Vertical velocity is typically measured in meters per second (m/s) in the metric system or feet per second (ft/s) in the imperial system. Other common units include kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).

What factors affect vertical velocity?

The factors that affect vertical velocity include the initial velocity, the acceleration due to gravity, and air resistance or drag. The mass and shape of the object can also impact its vertical velocity.

How is vertical velocity used in science?

Vertical velocity is an important concept in physics, particularly in the study of motion and forces. It is used to understand the motion of objects in free fall, projectiles, and in various types of fluids. It is also relevant in fields such as meteorology and aerodynamics.