15 Questions
Which type of course is Physics C: Mechanics intended to proxy?
One-semester calculus-based university course
What is the major difference between Physics C: Mechanics and AP Physics 1?
Physics C: Mechanics includes calculus-based concepts while AP Physics 1 is algebra-based
Which specific area of study is not covered in AP Physics 1: Algebra Based but is covered in Physics C: Mechanics?
Derivatives and integrals
What should students have completed or be concurrently enrolled in to take Physics C: Mechanics?
Calculus I class
Which physics course may be combined with Physics C: Mechanics to form a year-long course that prepares for both exams?
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
What quantity determines the torque needed for a desired angular acceleration about a rotational axis?
Rotational inertia
For a point mass, what is the moment of inertia?
The mass times the square of the perpendicular distance to the axis of rotation
In mechanical engineering, what is often used to refer to 'inertial mass' or 'moment of inertia'?
Inertia
For bodies free to rotate in three dimensions, how can their moments be described?
By a symmetric 3-by-3 matrix
What property is an extensive (additive) property in relation to the moment of inertia?
Moment of inertia
What is the center of mass of a distribution of mass in space?
The hypothetical point where the entire mass of an object may be assumed to be concentrated
In what scenario may the center of mass be located outside the physical body?
For a hollow or open-shaped object
What is the center of mass a useful reference point for in mechanics?
Calculations involving linear and angular momentum
Where is the center of mass located in the case of a single rigid body with uniform density?
At the centroid of the body
For what type of objects may the center of mass not correspond to the position of any individual member of the system?
For a distribution of separate bodies
Test your knowledge of AP Physics C: Mechanics with this quiz. Covering topics aligned with a one-semester calculus-based university course, this quiz is designed to assess understanding of mechanics concepts at an advanced level.
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