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Newton's Laws in Action
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Today, we are going to solve some problems using Newton's Second Law. Remember, it states that force equals mass times acceleration, or F = m * a. Can someone tell me what F, m, and a stand for?
F is force, m is mass, and a is acceleration.
Exactly! Now, let's apply it. If we have a car that weighs 1500 kg and it accelerates at -5 m/sยฒ, what is the force acting on it?
I think we can use F = m * a. It would be F = 1500 * (-5), which is -7500 N.
Yes, good job! The negative sign indicates it's a braking force. Let's look at another example. If a bullet of mass 0.01 kg exits a barrel at 400 m/s, what will be the recoil speed of a 5 kg gun?
We can use conservation of momentum here. So, 0.01 times 400 plus 5 times the recoil speed equals 0.
Correct! Set up the equation and solve for the recoil speed.
It would be -0.8 m/s, because the momentum before and after must balance out.
Excellent! You see how these calculations connect theory to real situations. Remember, understanding the signs in our answers is vital!
Conservation of Momentum
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Let's delve deeper into momentum. Who can remind us what momentum is?
Momentum is mass times velocity, or p = m * v.
Exactly! In a collision, the total momentum before must equal that after. Let's consider two ice skaters pushing off each other. If skater A has a mass of 50 kg and moves at 2 m/s, how do we find skater B's speed, who has a mass of 70 kg?
We set up the equation using conservation of momentum: 0 = (50 kg * 2 m/s) + (70 kg * v_B).
Great! Now, can you solve for v_B?
Yes! So it would be v_B = -100/70, which gives about -1.43 m/s.
Thatโs right! Well done! This shows us how forces and reactions work. Remember that the direction matters.
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The Solutions section addresses key physics problems involving Newton's laws, momentum, and the applications of kinematic equations in real-world scenarios. It reinforces concepts through clear mathematical solutions and explanations.
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Solutions
This section presents solutions to various physics problems that illustrate the application of fundamental concepts from the chapter on forces and motion. It covers problems related to Newtonโs laws of motion and the conservation of momentum. Each solution follows a structured approach that not only provides the final answer but also elaborates on the steps taken to arrive at that answer, enhancing student understanding of the relevant principles.
Problem 1
A 1500 kg car brakes from 25 m/s to rest in 5 s. Calculate the average braking force and stopping distance.
- Solution: To find the average braking force, we use the formula:
$$F = \frac{m\Delta v}{\Delta t}$$
where ๐ฉ:
- $m = 1500 \, kg$
- $ D$v = 0-25 = -25 \, m/s$
- $ D$t = 5 \, s$
Calculating the force:
$$F = \frac{1500\times(0-25)}{5} = -7500 \, N$$
To find the stopping distance, we use:
$$\Delta s = \frac{(vยฒ - uยฒ)}{2a}$$ where:
- a = \frac{F}{m} = \frac{-7500}{1500} = -5 \, m/s^{2}\
Now substituting values:
$$\Delta s = \frac{(0-625)}{2\times(-5)} = 62.5 \, m$$
Problem 2
A bullet of mass 0.01 kg exits a barrel at 400 m/s; recoil mass is 5 kg. Find recoil speed.
- Solution: Using conservation of momentum:
$$0.01\times400 + 5 \times v = 0 \, (momentum is conserved)$$
Solving gives:
$$v = \frac{-0.01\times400}{5} = -0.8 \, m/s$$
Problem 3
Two ice-skaters push off; skater A (50 kg) moves at 2 m/s, find speed of skater B (70 kg).
- Solution: Using momentum conservation:
$$0 = m_A \cdot v_A + m_B \cdot v_B \Rightarrow 50\times2 + 70 v_B = 0$$
Solving for $v_B$ yields:
$$v_B = \frac{-100}{70} \approx -1.43 \, m/s$$
Each problem underscores the principles of Newton's laws and momentum, serving as a practical application of concepts taught in previous sections.
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Problem 1: Braking Force and Distance
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- F = mฮv/ฮt = 1500ร(0โ25)/5 = โ7500 N; distance s = (vยฒ โ uยฒ)/2a = (0 โ 625)/2ร(โ5) = 62.5 m.
Detailed Explanation
In this problem, we are calculating the force exerted during braking and the stopping distance of a car. We use the equation F = mฮv/ฮt, where F is force, m is mass, ฮv is the change in velocity, and ฮt is the time taken to come to a stop. Here, the mass of the car is 1500 kg, its initial speed is 25 m/s, and it comes to a stop (final speed = 0) in 5 seconds. Plugging in the values: F = 1500 * (0 - 25) / 5, we find that the braking force is -7500 N (the negative sign indicates that the force is acting in the opposite direction of motion). Next, to find the stopping distance (s), we use the equation s = (vยฒ - uยฒ)/(2a). The acceleration (a) is negative since the car is decelerating (a = โ5 m/sยฒ as calculated from F/m). Substituting the values leads us to determine that s = 62.5 meters, indicating how far the car travels while stopping.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you're riding a bike and suddenly you pull the brakes hard. You can feel your bike slowing down, and you glide for a bit before coming to a stop. The harder you brake (similar to the higher force in the problem), the shorter the distance you will travel before stopping. The calculations here reflect that by showing how force relates to the stopping distance for a car.
Problem 2: Conservation of Momentum
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- Conservation of momentum: 0.01ร400 + 5รv = 0 โ v = โ0.8 m/s.
Detailed Explanation
This problem involves the principle of conservation of momentum, stating that in a closed system, the total momentum before an event must equal the total momentum after the event. Here, we have a bullet with a mass of 0.01 kg traveling at 400 m/s, which we can express as its momentum, p = m * v. For the bullet, the momentum is 0.01 kg * 400 m/s = 4 kgยทm/s. After the bullet exits the barrel, it exerts a force in the opposite direction, causing the gun to recoil backward. We let 'v' be the recoil speed of the gun, which has a mass of 5 kg. Thus, for momentum to be conserved: 4 = 5 * v (since the initial momentum is zero when the gun is at rest). Rearranging gives us v = -0.8 m/s, indicating that the gun moves backwards at a speed of 0.8 m/s.
Examples & Analogies
Think about a game of pool: when you strike the cue ball, it rolls forward, but the stick (cue) pushes back slightly into your handโthis is momentum in action! The cue ball's forward motion (like the bullet) is balanced by the backward movement of the cue (the gun). The principle of conservation of momentum is why we do not see one side moving without some reaction on the other.
Problem 3: Speeds of Ice-Skaters
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- 0 = m_A v_A + m_B v_B โ 50ร2 + 70 v_B = 0 โ v_B = โ100/70 โ โ1.43 m/s.
Detailed Explanation
In this scenario, we are analyzing the interaction between two ice-skaters who push off each other. We utilize the conservation of momentum principle again, which states the total momentum before is equal to the total momentum after they push off. In this case, the momentum before they push off is 0 (since they're at rest). We let 'm_A' and 'm_B' represent the masses of skater A (50 kg) and skater B (70 kg) respectively, and 'v_A' (2 m/s in the opposite direction) and 'v_B' represent their speeds. Setting up our equation: 0 = m_A * v_A + m_B * v_B, we substitute known values: 0 = 50 * 2 + 70 * v_B. Solving for 'v_B' leads us to calculate that v_B is approximately -1.43 m/s; the negative sign indicates that skater B moves in the opposite direction to skater A.
Examples & Analogies
Consider two skateboarders on a ramp who decide to push off each other. When the first skateboarder (Skater A) pushes off and moves forward, the second skateboarder (Skater B) rolls backward. Just like in this problem, the force exerted by one skater causes an equal and opposite reaction on the other skater based on their masses. Their movements reflect the perfect balance of momentum!
Problem 4: Student's Own Calculations
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- Studentsโ own calculations.
Detailed Explanation
In this part of the solutions, students are prompted to provide their calculations for the problems. The importance here is to highlight their understanding rather than a specific answer. It encourages critical thinking and application of concepts learned throughout the unit, as students must engage with the formulas and principles outlined earlier, applying them to different scenarios or problems that may come their way.
Examples & Analogies
This is like practicing a recipe. At first, you follow it exactlyโmeasuring each ingredient, timing each step. But as you get more comfortable, you might start tweaking things based on your taste or the ingredients on hand. Similarly, students honing their calculation skills and adapting their understanding enhances their problem-solving confidence.
Problem 5: Error Propagation Formula
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- Use partial derivatives: ฮa โ โ[(โa/โt ฮt)ยฒ + (โa/โs ฮs)ยฒ].
Detailed Explanation
In this problem, we delve into the uncertainties in measuring acceleration based on limited experimental data. When calculating a value that depends on measured quantities (like time and distance), we need to understand how errors in those measurements propagate to affect the overall result. Here, slight errors in measurements (ฮt for time and ฮs for distance) can lead to significant variations in the calculated acceleration (ฮa). Using partial derivatives allows us to quantify how these variations impact the final result. This provides a way to predict how overall inaccuracies can alter our calculations, making our results more reliable.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you're trying to bake a cake. If your oven temperature is slightly off or you mismeasure an ingredientโI.e., add too much sugarโthose minor errors could drastically change the taste or texture of the cake. Just like how precision matters in baking, accuracy in our measurements impacts the accuracy of scientific results and predictions.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Newton's Laws: The three laws that describe the relationship between motion and forces.
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Conservation of Momentum: Momentum before an event equals momentum after, particularly in collisions.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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Problem involving a car braking and calculating stopping distance.
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Problem involving two ice skaters pushing off each other and finding each other's speed.
Memory Aids
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๐ต Rhymes Time
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Forces that move, they push or pull,
๐ Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a skater with a heavy mass, pushing off to gain speed so fast. The moment he pushes, he feels a pull back, showcasing momentum's forward track.
๐ง Other Memory Gems
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FMA: Force = Mass x Acceleration to remember Newton's second law easier.
๐ฏ Super Acronyms
MVP
- Momentum = Mass ร Velocity
- remember the MVPs of physics!
Flash Cards
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Force
Definition:
A vector quantity that represents an interaction capable of changing an object's motion.
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Term: Momentum
Definition:
The product of mass and velocity, defined as p = m * v.
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Term: Inertia
Definition:
The tendency of an object to maintain its state of motion.
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Term: Recoil
Definition:
The backward momentum imparted to a gun when a bullet is fired.