Calculating the Height and Duration of a Bottle Rocket's Flight

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In summary, calculating the height and duration of a bottle rocket's flight requires understanding the basic principles of physics, such as projectile motion and air resistance. The height of the flight can be determined by measuring the vertical distance traveled and using the equation for projectile motion. The duration of the flight can be calculated by measuring the time taken for the rocket to reach its peak height and then using the equation for free fall to determine the total flight time. Factors such as the rocket's design and launch angle can also affect its height and duration.
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1. A bottle rocket has an engine that accelerates it upward. Then it coasts to its highest point before returning to the ground. Assuming that the engine creates a net acceleration of 30 m/s2 for 0.5 s, how high does it go, and how long does it take to reach the ground again?
 
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I know they net acceleration is 30m/s^2
and the time is 0.5s
my thing is how do we calculate distance with only acceleration and time ?
 
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Dear Mary

Welcome to PF! Your question can be asked in the Homework area of PF, ensuring you follow the template. This area is for introductions only.

All the best
Stevie
 
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how exactly do i get there again?
 
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I see that you have already figured out how to get to the homework sections. As already noted, this section is for introductions only.
 

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