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The angle of projection of a particle is measured from the vertical axis as $\phi$ and the maximum height reached by the particle is $h_m$. Here $h_m$ as function of $\phi$ can be presented as

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Projectile Motion: Maximum Height Calculation

This section explains how to determine the maximum height ($h_m$) reached by a projectile, given the angle of projection measured from the vertical axis.

Understanding Key Variables

  • Initial Velocity ($v_0$): The speed at which the projectile is launched.
  • Angle of Projection ($\phi$): The angle the initial velocity vector makes with the vertical axis.
  • Maximum Height ($h_m$): The peak vertical position attained by the projectile during its flight.
  • Acceleration due to Gravity ($g$): The constant acceleration acting downwards (approximately $9.8 \, \text{m/s}^2$).

Formula for Maximum Height

When the angle of projection is measured from the vertical axis, the formula relating the maximum height ($h_m$) to the initial velocity ($v_0$) and gravity ($g$) is expressed as:

$ h_m = \frac{v_0^2 \sin^2 \phi}{g} $

This formula represents the relationship for the maximum height ($h_m$) based on the angle measured from the vertical ($\phi$).

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