Vertical motion
Definition
Vertical motion refers to the movement of an object in the up and down direction, influenced by gravity.
Related terms
Projectile motion: The curved path followed by an object in motion that is subject to both horizontal and vertical forces.
Acceleration due to gravity: The rate at which objects accelerate towards the Earth when dropped or thrown vertically.
Free fall: A type of vertical motion where an object falls under the influence of gravity alone, without any other forces acting on it.
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