If a ball is thrown on the Moon, the projectile would have a greater range than if it were to have been thrown on Earth. Why is this the case?

The Moon has a lower gravitaional field strength than the Earth, and it does not have an atmosphere. The lower gravitational field strength means that there is lower acceleration, which results in an increased flight time. Moreover, the lack of atmosphere means that there is no deceleation due to friction.

TD
Answered by Tutor65616 D. Physics tutor

12738 Views

See similar Physics A Level tutors

Related Physics A Level answers

All answers ▸

When red light is shone on a metal, regardless of the intensity of this light, no current will flow. However if blue light is shone on this metal a current will flow. Why does this occur?


What height do geostationary satellites orbit above the Earths surface?


Why do skydivers have a terminal velocity?


Derive the formula for the maximum kinetic energy of an electron emitted from a metal with work function energy p , that is illuminated by light of frequency f.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning