Why Does an Object Thrown Vertically Decrease in Speed Until its Velocity is 0?

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In summary, the acceleration of an object thrown vertically is always equal to the acceleration due to gravity, and is not affected by the mass of the object. Air resistance can affect the motion of the object by altering its upward and downward velocity, resulting in a shorter flight time. The maximum height reached by the object can be calculated using the formula h = v^2/2g. The angle of release does not impact the motion of the object as long as the initial velocity remains constant. The object will always accelerate downwards at the same rate due to gravity, regardless of the angle at which it was thrown.
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I'm currently in the process of writing a practical report and am wondering whether any can explain to me why an object will decrease in speed until its velocity is 0

Preferably in an if... then... because... statement.
 
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Hi there
welcome to PF :smile:

MattKiren said:
wondering whether any can explain to me why an object will decrease in speed until its velocity is 0

why do you think it does ?
what forces do you think are acting on the object ?Dave
 

FAQ: Why Does an Object Thrown Vertically Decrease in Speed Until its Velocity is 0?

What is the acceleration of an object thrown vertically?

The acceleration of an object thrown vertically is always equal to the acceleration due to gravity, which is approximately 9.8 meters per second squared.

Does the mass of the object affect its vertical velocity?

No, the mass of the object does not affect its vertical velocity. All objects, regardless of mass, accelerate at the same rate when falling due to gravity.

How does air resistance affect the motion of an object thrown vertically?

Air resistance can affect the motion of an object thrown vertically by slowing down its upward velocity and speeding up its downward velocity. This can cause the object to have a shorter total flight time.

What is the maximum height reached by an object thrown vertically?

The maximum height reached by an object thrown vertically is determined by its initial velocity and the acceleration due to gravity. It can be calculated using the formula h = v2/2g, where h is the maximum height, v is the initial velocity, and g is the acceleration due to gravity.

How does the angle of release affect the motion of an object thrown vertically?

The angle of release does not affect the motion of an object thrown vertically, as long as the initial velocity is the same. The object will always accelerate downward at the same rate due to gravity, regardless of the angle at which it was thrown.

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