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What defines classical physics?
What defines classical physics?
- Includes theory of relativity
- Only concerns thermodynamics
- Includes quantum mechanics
- Does not use quantum mechanics or relativity (correct)
What is the main aim of modern physics?
What is the main aim of modern physics?
- To understand interactions of matter (correct)
- To prove classical mechanics
- To simplify energy equations
- To describe earlier physics models
What is the formula for classical kinetic energy?
What is the formula for classical kinetic energy?
K = ½mv²
What is the formula for classical momentum?
What is the formula for classical momentum?
How is classical kinetic energy related to linear momentum?
How is classical kinetic energy related to linear momentum?
What are the two fundamental conservation laws?
What are the two fundamental conservation laws?
Match the following physical quantities with their definitions:
Match the following physical quantities with their definitions:
What is the relationship between force and potential energy?
What is the relationship between force and potential energy?
What is the formula for total energy?
What is the formula for total energy?
What is the formula for angular momentum?
What is the formula for angular momentum?
Angular momentum is a conserved quantity that changes with external torque.
Angular momentum is a conserved quantity that changes with external torque.
What is the formula for classical velocity addition?
What is the formula for classical velocity addition?
What is the formula for Coulomb's force?
What is the formula for Coulomb's force?
What does the permittivity of free space represent?
What does the permittivity of free space represent?
What is the formula for the magnetic field produced by a current?
What is the formula for the magnetic field produced by a current?
What does the magnetic moment formula express?
What does the magnetic moment formula express?
What is the SI unit of magnetic flux?
What is the SI unit of magnetic flux?
Study Notes
Classical and Modern Physics
- Classical physics excludes quantum mechanics and relativity; it includes Newtonian mechanics, thermodynamics, and electromagnetism.
- Modern physics, starting around 1900, addresses concepts insufficiently explained by classical physics, utilizing relativity and quantum theories.
Kinetic Energy and Momentum
- Classical kinetic energy formula: ( K = \frac{1}{2}mv^2 ), where ( K ) is kinetic energy, ( m ) is mass, and ( v ) is velocity.
- Linear momentum is defined as ( p = mv ), where ( p ) is momentum (vector quantity), and ( v ) is velocity.
- Kinetic energy can also be expressed in terms of linear momentum: ( K = \frac{p^2}{2m} ).
Fundamental Conservation Laws
- Conservation of Energy: In an isolated system, total energy remains constant; energy before a collision equals energy after.
- Conservation of Linear Momentum: Total linear momentum of an isolated system is constant; momentum before equals momentum after in collisions.
Units and Measurements
- Joule (J): ( 1 , \text{J} = 1 , \text{kg} \cdot \text{m}^2/\text{s}^2 )
- Newton (N): ( 1 , \text{N} = \text{kg} \cdot \text{m/s}^2 )
- Coulomb (C): ( 1 , \text{C} = 6.25 \times 10^{18} ) electrons
- Farad (F): Capacitance, ( 1 , \text{F} = Q/V )
- Watt (W): Power, ( 1 , \text{W} = \text{J/s} = \text{N} \cdot \text{m/s} )
- Ampere (A): ( 1 , \text{A} = C/s )
- Henry (H): ( 1 , \text{H} = \text{kg} \cdot \text{m}^2 \cdot \text{s}^{-2} \cdot \text{A}^{-2} )
- Tesla (T): ( 1 , \text{T} = N/(A \cdot m) = N \cdot A^{-1} \cdot m^{-1} )
Potential Energy and Forces
- Force related to potential energy: ( F = \frac{dU}{dx} ), where ( U ) is potential energy.
- Total energy of a system: ( E = U + K ), combining potential and kinetic energies.
Angular Momentum
- Angular momentum formula: ( L = r \times p ), where ( L ) is angular momentum, ( r ) is displacement vector, and ( p ) is linear momentum vector.
- Conservation of angular momentum states that this quantity remains constant unless acted upon by external torque.
Electrostatics
- Coulomb's law: ( F = \frac{1}{4\pi\varepsilon_0} \frac{|q_1||q_2|}{r^2} ), relates force between charged particles.
- Permittivity of free space ( \varepsilon_0 = 8.85 \times 10^{-12} , \text{F/m} ); dielectric constant given by ( \varepsilon_r = \frac{\varepsilon_s}{\varepsilon_0} ).
- Potential energy related to Coulomb force: ( U = \frac{1}{4\pi\varepsilon_0} \frac{q_1q_2}{r} ).
Electrical Potential
- Potential difference definition: ( \Delta V = \frac{\Delta U}{q} ), measuring energy change per charge between two points.
Electron-Volt
- An electron-volt (eV) is the energy gained by an electron moving through a potential difference of one volt; ( 1 , \text{eV} \approx 1.609 \times 10^{-19} , \text{J} ).
Magnetic Concepts
- Magnetic flux unit: Weber (Wb), causing one volt in a circuit under specific conditions.
- Permeability of free space ( \mu_0 = 4\pi \times 10^{-7} , \text{H} ); measures resistance to magnetic field formation in vacuum.
- Magnetic field from a current: ( B = \frac{1}{2} \mu_0 i r^{-2} ).
- Magnetic moment: ( |µ| = iA ), where ( A ) is the area of a closed loop.
Additional Calculations
- Electrostatic potential energies can be calculated using known constants and adjusting for atomic or nuclear scales.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts from Chapter 1 of Modern Physics. This quiz covers fundamental terms and definitions that differentiate classical physics from modern physics. Enhance your understanding of the basic principles that govern physical interactions.
