Practice Potential Energy Function (V) - 1 | Energy Methods, Force Fields & Central Forces | Engineering Mechanics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define potential energy function.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about its use in relation to force.

Question 2

Easy

What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the variables m, g, and h.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does the potential energy function represent?

  • A vector field
  • A scalar function
  • A dynamic variable

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about whether it provides a single or multiple values.

Question 2

True or False: Work done by conservative forces depends on the path taken.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how energy is conserved.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A particle moves in a conservative force field. If the potential energy at point A is 10J and at point B is 4J, what is the work done by the conservative force moving from A to B?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Apply the relationship between potential energy and work.

Question 2

Given a potential energy function V(x) = 4xΒ² - 8x + 1, find the force F(x) acting on the particle.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Differentiate the potential energy function with respect to x.

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