Class 11 Physics simulations · Motion in a Straight Line

Vertical throw and the turning point

Throw a ball upward and follow height, velocity, and acceleration through its highest point.

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What to notice

Velocity is zero only for an instant at the top. Acceleration is still downward there.

Key relation

v = u − gt; y = h₀ + ut − ½gt²

Try this

Pause close to the turning point and switch on Show physics.

What you can change

• Upward launch speed: 5 to 25 m/s
• Launch height: 0 to 10 m

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