In this video, Rex introduces the fundamentals of long range external ballistics. Rex covers: Newton's 1st Law of Motion, the forces that affect projectile flight characteristics, components of a parabolic trajectory curve, and the affects of gravity on the bullet. Rex also discusses how the drag characteristics of projectiles affect their trajectory. Velocity and other terms such as ascending branch, maximum ordinate, descending branch, and terminus are defined. This may be review to experienced shooters, but is essential information for all to know before we get into advanced external ballistics later on. All the music, animations, and photography in this video were created by TiborasaurusRex, and unsigned artist. Song Title: Particle Jam Music and Lyrics by: TiborasaurusRex Instrumentation and Vocals by: TiborasaurusRex Recorded by: TiborasaurusRex