Practice Definition - 5.1 | Energy Methods, Force Fields & Central Forces | Engineering Mechanics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the potential energy function for gravitational energy near Earth?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how height affects energy.

Question 2

Easy

Identify a conservative force with an example.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider forces that derive from potential energy.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the potential energy function for a spring?

  • V=mg
  • V=1/2kx^2
  • V=mgh

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how potential energy is stored in a compressed or stretched spring.

Question 2

Are conservative forces path-dependent?

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the definition of conservative forces to answer.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Derive the equations for gravitational potential energy and discuss its conditions.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the forces acting on the body and how work is done against gravity.

Question 2

Analyze the impact of friction on a block sliding down an inclined plane and find the work done over a distance.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how the angle of the incline influences both normal and frictional forces.

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