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  • Is momentum conserved when a bullet hits a block?

    We can apply conservation of momentum during the collision (bullet to block). The momentum before the bullet hits must be equal to the momentum after the bullet hits. When a bullet hits a wooden block what is the problem? According to the law of conservation of linear momentum the momentum of the bullet and the […]

  • Is an elevator slowing down acceleration?

    Whenever the velocity and acceleration are both in the same direction, the elevators speeds up. 6. When the velocity and acceleration are in different directions, the elevator slows down. How do you solve an elevator problem in physics? What Newton’s law is an elevator? This is an application of Newton’s second law to the forces […]

  • What is the frequency of a train whistle?

    A train whistle emits a sound with a frequency of 1000 Hz when standing in the station. If the… How is a pitch heard after a train passes you with its whistle blowing? Another phenomenon associated with waves is called the Doppler effect. Imagine standing near a train track, and a train approaches you with […]

  • What is the equation for frequency?

    The frequency formula in terms of time is given as: f = 1/T where, f is the frequency in hertz, and T is the time to complete one cycle in seconds. The frequency formula in terms of wavelength and wave speed is given as, f = /ฮป where, is the wave speed, and ฮป is […]

  • How do you find relative acceleration?

    The relative acceleration (also or ) is the acceleration of an object or observer B in the rest frame of another object or observer A. What does relative motion mean in physics? What is the formula for relative acceleration? The simple linear translation formula of relative acceleration is Aa = Ab+Aab, where Aa is the […]

  • How do you find projectile motion off a cliff?

    What happens when a projectile is launched horizontally? A projectile is launched at an angle to the horizontal and rises upwards to a peak while moving horizontally. Upon reaching the peak, the projectile falls with a motion that is symmetrical to its path upwards to the peak. What is the meaning of horizontal motion? Horizontal […]

  • What AP scores does UCI take?

    Students who earn scores of 3, 4, or 5 on the College Board AP examinations will receive credit toward graduation at UCI. The unit and subject credit allowed toward degree requirements assigned to each test are shown in the accompanying chart. Does UCI have a good physics program? UC Irvine Physics Rankings The bachelor’s program […]

  • What is Kepler’s 2nd Law called?

    Kepler’s second law – sometimes referred to as the law of equal areas – describes the speed at which any given planet will move while orbiting the sun. The speed at which any planet moves through space is constantly changing. What are the 3 laws of Kepler’s? Kepler’s Laws of Planetary Motion They describe how […]

  • What are the hardest IB classes?

    Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature. English A Literature HL – Average Score: 4.67. Group 2: Language Acquisition. Group 3: Individuals and Societies. Group 4: Experimental Sciences. Group 5: Mathematics. Group 6: Arts (or additional Group 1-5 course) Extended Essay: TOK: What is the difference between AP physics and IB physics? On the other […]

  • What are the forces between charges?

    Like charges repel each other; unlike charges attract. Thus, two negative charges repel one another, while a positive charge attracts a negative charge. The attraction or repulsion acts along the line between the two charges. How do you find the force between two charges? Coulomb’s law calculates the magnitude of the force F between two […]

  • What is the difference between LC and RLC circuit?

    The main difference between RL Circuit, RC Circuit, and LC Circuit is the RL circuit is built with a Resistor and Inductor whereas the RC circuit is built with a resistor and capacitor and the LC circuit is built with a resistor and inductor. Does AP Physics 1 have circuits? As of 2021, AP Physics […]

  • What does v0 mean in velocity?

    MOTION IN ONE DIMENSION. โ€ขConventions: At an inital time, which is defined to be zero the initial position is x0, and the initial. velocity is v0. What does v0 stand for in physics? v0 or v0 is initial velocity (at time t0), v1 or v1 is subsequent velocity (at time t1). What does V and […]

  • Can I study gravitation before rotation?

    You can do gravitation anytime.. but for doing doing rotational motion you should know some basics of vector, mechanics and circular motion.. all this is necessary and is used while studying the rotational motion.. Is rotational motion a hard chapter? Rotation Motion is undoubtedly one of the most important and difficult chapters in Physics. How […]

  • What is the formula for net force in physics?

    Net Force Equation Net force is when a body is in motion and many forces are active on it like gravitational force Fg, frictional force Ff, and the normal force. FNet = Fa + Fg + Ff + FN. How do you solve net force problems in physics? Net force is the sum of all […]

  • What are mnemonics for physics?

    If I Do I Die. Our Pizza Really Has Extra Awesome Cheese. The Strong Man’s Thermometer Exploded. BB ROY Great British is Very Good Wife. SCAN. King Gallon had 4 Queens (Quarts). PEN. How do you remember the branches of physics? Roman Men Invented Very Unusual X-Ray Guns. Ronald McDonald Invented Very Unusual & eXcellent […]

  • How do you find the normal force of an object pulled at an angle?

    To find normal force on an incline, use the equation N = mg cos(x), “m” being the object’s mass, “g” being the acceleration of gravity, and “x” being the angle of incline. Then, use a calculator to find the cosine of the angle, and write down that value. How do you do angled forces in […]

  • Is the coefficient of friction between wood and wood is less than 1?

    The coefficient of friction between wood and wood is around 0.25-0.5 (static) & 0.2(kinetic). Every coefficient of friction is always less than or equal to one. (Only static friction coefficient in Rubber on Concrete is 1). What is the coefficient of friction for wood on lab table? So the static friction coefficient of wood-on-wood is […]

  • Why is Kepler’s first law important?

    Kepler’s laws of planetary motion mark an important turning point in the transition from geocentrism to heliocentrism. They provide the first quantitative connection between the planets, including earth. Are Kepler’s laws on the AP Physics 1 exam? AP Physics 1 covers the study of Classical Mechanics which includes: Kinematics, Projectile Motion, Newton’s Laws, Circular Motion, […]

  • How do you find distance using kinematics?

    What are the kinematic equations in two dimensions? For motion in two dimensions, the earlier kinematics equations must be expressed in vector form. For example, the average velocity vector is v = ( d f โˆ’ d o )/ t, where d o and d f are the initial and final displacement vectors and t […]

  • What AP classes do colleges like the most?

    The top 100 schools in the United States typically want to see you’ve taken AP classes in any available core courses, including English, Mathematics, Science, History, and Foreign Languages (AP Spanish is very popular with college-bound students). Is AP Physics C hard class? AP Physics C โ€“ E/M is rated as very hard to self-study […]

  • How does Lenz’s law apply to a transformer?

    Lenz’s law also applies in transformers in that the induced current in the secondary coil is always opposite in direction as the one in primary coil. These causes the two currents to be out-of-phase. How is Faraday’s law applicable in the working principle of transformer? Transformers contain a pair of windings, and they function by […]

  • What is free fall and example?

    freefall, in mechanics, state of a body that moves freely in any manner in the presence of gravity. The planets, for example, are in free fall in the gravitational field of the Sun. What is free falling activity? The Describing Free Fall activity focuses student attention on what changes (if any) in the values and […]

  • What is acceleration AP Physics?

    When an object is moving at a non constant velocity we say that object is accelerating . Acceleration is a rate of change of a velocity (w.r.t.). The SI unit for acceleration is meters per second per second or m/s/s (m/s/s). What are the 3 formulas for acceleration? a = (v_f – v_i) / ฮ”t […]

  • What Newton’s law is a pendulum?

    As the pendulum goes back and forth, it is speeding up and slowing down. Newton’s Second Law of Motion tells us that changes in momentum (speeding up and slowing down) generate force, which we can see as the pendulum pulls on the string. What is the pendulum in physics? A pendulum is a body suspended […]

  • How do you calculate tension in an elevator?

    When lift goes upward, then total tension equals to the sum of weight and force due to acceleration. When lift goes downward, then total tension equals the difference of weight and force due to acceleration. How do you solve an elevator problem in physics? support force F = mass x acceleration + weight For a […]

  • What is the AP Physics 1 pass rate?

    Based on College Board pass rates, AP Physics 1 is more difficult than AP Chemistry. That said, AP Chemistry is not far behind — AP Physics 1 has a pass rate of about 52% while AP Chemistry has a pass rate of 56%. What is a good AP Physics 1 score? What is a good […]

  • What are the 3 quantities of a circuit?

    It defines the relationship between the three fundamental electrical quantities: current, voltage, and resistance. What is the circuits in physics? A circuit is a closed loop that electrons can travel in. A source of electricity, such as a battery, provides electrical energy in the circuit. Unless the circuit is complete, that is, making a full […]

  • Do you need AP Physics?

    The short answer is, yes, taking the APยฎ Physics 1 exam is worth it. There are several ways that you will benefit from taking this exam. Primarily, taking the APยฎ Physics 1 exam will give you the confidence that you are prepared for the rigors of college level courses. What is AP Physics good for? […]

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