What happens if we launched a shot from a pistol in space?

Thread starter Dr.ahmad adnan
Start date Apr 25, 2015
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In summary, if a shot is launched from a pistol in space, it will travel in a straight line until it collides with an object or is affected by gravity. The shot will not travel faster in space and can potentially travel forever, but will eventually slow down due to external forces. Without any external forces, the shot will eventually come to a stop. If the shot hits an object in space, it will behave similarly to how it would on Earth.

Apr 25, 2015

Dr.ahmad adnan

Hi, What happens if we launched a shot from a pistol in space?

The bullet remains in the straight path or deviates?

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Apr 25, 2015

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Dr.ahmad adnan said:

Hi, What happens if we launched a shot from a pistol in space?

The bullet remains in the straight path or deviates?

What do you think? Where in space?

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What happens if we launched a shot from a pistol in space?

If a shot is launched from a pistol in space, it will continue to travel in a straight line until it collides with an object or is affected by gravity.

Will the shot travel faster in space?

No, the shot will not travel faster in space because it does not have any additional propulsion or resistance from air particles.

Can the shot travel forever in space?

Technically, yes, the shot can continue to travel forever in space until it encounters an object or is affected by gravity. However, it will eventually slow down due to friction and other external forces.

Will the shot eventually stop in space?

Yes, the shot will eventually stop in space due to the lack of any external forces to keep it moving. Without gravity or other objects to collide with, the shot will continue in a straight line until it loses momentum and comes to a stop.

What happens if the shot hits an object in space?

If the shot hits an object in space, it will behave similarly to how it would on Earth. The object will experience a force and may be pushed or damaged depending on its size and composition.