Collier's New Encyclopedia (1921)/Ballistics

​BALLISTICS, the science which treats of the projection of heavy bodies into space. The usual meaning of the term, however, is restricted to the motion of projectiles fired from cannon or small arms. It forms an intricate and difficult study, including an accurate knowledge of mathematics. See Artillery.

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