Practice Non-conservative Forces (3.2) - Energy Methods, Force Fields & Central Forces
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Non-Conservative Forces

Practice - Non-Conservative Forces

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is a non-conservative force?

💡 Hint: Think about forces like friction or air resistance.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of a non-conservative force.

💡 Hint: Consider the forces acting when an object slides.

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Question 1

What is the main characteristic of non-conservative forces?

Path independent
Path dependent
Conservative

💡 Hint: Remember their work is affected by the path.

Question 2

Friction is an example of which type of force?

True
False

💡 Hint: What type of work does friction do?

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Challenge 1 Hard

A sled is pulled across a snowy hill. If the sled's mass is 15 kg and it slides 20 meters with a frictional force of 8 N, calculate the work done against friction.

💡 Hint: Recall the work formula and be careful with your units.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate how the energy loss alters vehicle efficiency on a track with varying frictional qualities versus smooth pavement.

💡 Hint: Think about how friction in cars affects their power consumption.

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