It depends!
* Ignoring air resistance: In a perfect world, where air resistance is not a factor, both a light and a heavy object launched at the same angle and velocity will travel the same distance. This is because the horizontal distance traveled (range) depends only on the initial velocity and launch angle.
* Considering air resistance: In the real world, air resistance plays a significant role. A lighter object will generally travel further because:
* Less air resistance: A lighter object experiences less air resistance, meaning it will slow down less during its flight.
* Higher initial velocity: For a given force from the catapult, a lighter object will achieve a higher initial velocity. This gives it more initial momentum to overcome air resistance.
In summary:
* In theory, a light and heavy object will travel the same distance if launched at the same velocity and angle.
* In practice, a lighter object will likely travel further due to less air resistance and potentially higher initial velocity.
Let me know if you'd like to explore any of these concepts further!
