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Which of Newton's laws states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?
Which of Newton's laws states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?
Kinetic energy is defined as stored energy due to the position or configuration of an object.
Kinetic energy is defined as stored energy due to the position or configuration of an object.
False (B)
What is the formula for calculating momentum?
What is the formula for calculating momentum?
p=mv
A force that causes rotation is called ______.
A force that causes rotation is called ______.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What is the name given to motion where the restoring force is directly proportional to the displacement from equilibrium?
What is the name given to motion where the restoring force is directly proportional to the displacement from equilibrium?
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In a closed system, the total momentum always increases over time.
In a closed system, the total momentum always increases over time.
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What quantity is a measure of an object's resistance to rotational motion?
What quantity is a measure of an object's resistance to rotational motion?
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Which of the following is a measure of the average kinetic energy of particles in a substance?
Which of the following is a measure of the average kinetic energy of particles in a substance?
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The sum of kinetic and potential energy is known as the ______ mechanical energy.
The sum of kinetic and potential energy is known as the ______ mechanical energy.
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Which of the following is an example of potential energy?
Which of the following is an example of potential energy?
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According to the second law of thermodynamics, the total entropy of the universe decreases in any spontaneous process.
According to the second law of thermodynamics, the total entropy of the universe decreases in any spontaneous process.
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What principle states that pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted equally throughout the fluid?
What principle states that pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted equally throughout the fluid?
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__________ is the spreading of light as it passes through an opening or around an obstacle.
__________ is the spreading of light as it passes through an opening or around an obstacle.
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Match the following principles/laws with their descriptions:
Match the following principles/laws with their descriptions:
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Which of the following determines the loudness of a sound?
Which of the following determines the loudness of a sound?
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Light is a mechanical wave that requires a medium to propagate.
Light is a mechanical wave that requires a medium to propagate.
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What is the name for the analysis of light to determine the composition and properties of a substance?
What is the name for the analysis of light to determine the composition and properties of a substance?
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The change in frequency of a wave in relation to an observer who is moving relative to the source of the wave is known as the __________.
The change in frequency of a wave in relation to an observer who is moving relative to the source of the wave is known as the __________.
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Which of these is a key wave phenomenon?
Which of these is a key wave phenomenon?
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Newton's first law
Newton's first law
A body remains at rest or in uniform motion unless acted upon by a net force.
Newton's second law
Newton's second law
Acceleration is proportional to net force and inversely proportional to mass (F=ma).
Newton's third law
Newton's third law
For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
Work
Work
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Kinetic energy
Kinetic energy
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Potential energy
Potential energy
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Momentum
Momentum
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Torque
Torque
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Simple harmonic motion (SHM)
Simple harmonic motion (SHM)
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Types of waves
Types of waves
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Temperature
Temperature
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Heat
Heat
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First law of thermodynamics
First law of thermodynamics
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Density
Density
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Pressure
Pressure
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Electromagnetic waves
Electromagnetic waves
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Amplitude
Amplitude
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Doppler effect
Doppler effect
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Electric fields
Electric fields
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Magnetism
Magnetism
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Study Notes
Classical Mechanics
- Classical mechanics describes the motion of macroscopic objects.
- It's based on Newton's laws of motion.
- Newton's first law (law of inertia): A body remains at rest or in uniform motion in a straight line unless acted upon by a net force.
- Newton's second law: The acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass. (F=ma)
- Newton's third law: For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
- Types of forces: Gravitational, electromagnetic, frictional, normal, applied.
- Concepts: Work, energy, momentum, impulse.
- Conservation laws: Conservation of energy, conservation of momentum.
- Systems: Closed vs. open systems; isolated systems.
Energy and Momentum
- Work: The product of force and displacement in the direction of the force.
- Kinetic energy: The energy of motion (1/2mv²).
- Potential energy: Stored energy due to position or configuration (e.g., gravitational, elastic).
- Total mechanical energy: The sum of kinetic and potential energy.
- Power: The rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
- Momentum: The product of mass and velocity (p=mv).
- Impulse: The product of force and time interval during which the force acts (Impulse = FΔt).
- Conservation of momentum: In a closed system, the total momentum remains constant.
Rotational Motion
- Torque: A force that causes rotation.
- Moment of inertia: A measure of an object's resistance to rotational motion.
- Angular velocity: The rate of change of angular position.
- Angular momentum: The product of moment of inertia and angular velocity.
- Rotational kinetic energy: The energy associated with rotational motion (1/2Iω²).
Oscillations
- Simple harmonic motion (SHM): A periodic motion where the restoring force is directly proportional to the displacement from equilibrium.
- Examples: Pendulum, spring-mass system.
- Key characteristics: Period, frequency, amplitude, phase.
- Superposition: The combination of multiple waves or oscillations.
Waves
- Types of waves: Transverse, longitudinal, electromagnetic.
- Properties of waves: Amplitude, wavelength, frequency, period, speed.
- Wave equation: Relates speed, frequency, and wavelength.
- Superposition principle: When two or more waves overlap, the resultant displacement is the sum of the individual displacements.
- Reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference: Key wave phenomena.
Thermodynamics
- Temperature: A measure of the average kinetic energy of particles in a substance.
- Heat: The transfer of thermal energy.
- First law of thermodynamics: Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or transformed.
- Second law of thermodynamics: In any spontaneous process, the total entropy of the universe increases.
- Third law of thermodynamics: The entropy of a perfect crystal approaches zero as the temperature approaches absolute zero.
- Heat engines: Convert heat energy into mechanical work.
Fluid Mechanics
- Density: Mass per unit volume.
- Pressure: Force per unit area.
- Pascal's principle: Pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted equally throughout the fluid.
- Archimedes' principle: An object immersed in a fluid experiences an upward buoyant force equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by the object.
- Bernoulli's principle: In a fluid flowing horizontally, an increase in speed corresponds to a decrease in pressure.
Light
- Electromagnetic waves: Light is an electromagnetic wave.
- Speed of light: A constant in a vacuum.
- Reflection: The bouncing of light off a surface.
- Refraction: The bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.
- Diffraction: The spreading of light as it passes through an opening or around an obstacle.
- Interference: The combination of waves.
- Spectroscopy: Analyzes light to determine the composition and properties of something.
Sound
- Sound waves: Longitudinal waves that propagate through a medium.
- Frequency: Determines the pitch of the sound.
- Amplitude: Determines the loudness of the sound.
- Sound intensity: The power of sound per unit area.
- Doppler effect: The change in frequency of a wave in relation to an observer who is moving relative to the source of the wave.
Electricity and Magnetism
- Electrostatics: The study of stationary electric charges.
- Coulomb's law: Describes the force between two point charges.
- Electric fields: A region of space where an electric charge experiences a force.
- Magnetism: The force exerted by magnets.
- Electromagnetism: The combination of electric and magnetic forces.
- Circuits: Pathways for electric current.
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Test your knowledge of classical mechanics with this quiz that covers Newton's laws of motion, various types of forces, and key concepts like energy and momentum. Explore the principles that govern the motion of macroscopic objects and understand the conservation laws. Perfect for students studying physics!
