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What distinguishes contact forces from at-a-distance forces, and provide an example of each?
What distinguishes contact forces from at-a-distance forces, and provide an example of each?
Contact forces require physical touch to exert force, such as hitting a hockey puck with a stick, while at-a-distance forces do not require contact, like gravity pulling an apple towards the ground.
Explain the relationship between mass and weight and how they vary with changes in gravitational force.
Explain the relationship between mass and weight and how they vary with changes in gravitational force.
Mass is the amount of matter in an object and remains constant regardless of location, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass, which changes depending on the gravitational field strength.
Using the formula W = FD, calculate the work done if a force of 150N moves an object 4 meters.
Using the formula W = FD, calculate the work done if a force of 150N moves an object 4 meters.
The work done is W = 150N x 4m = 600J.
Describe the significance of energy in relation to work, and define energy in your own words.
Describe the significance of energy in relation to work, and define energy in your own words.
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Calculate the Ideal Mechanical Advantage (MA) if a machine has an input force of 100N and outputs 250N.
Calculate the Ideal Mechanical Advantage (MA) if a machine has an input force of 100N and outputs 250N.
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How does gravitational force affect the weight of a 5kg object on Mars, where gravity is approximately $3.7N/kg$?
How does gravitational force affect the weight of a 5kg object on Mars, where gravity is approximately $3.7N/kg$?
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What is an example of a scenario where work is not done despite applying force?
What is an example of a scenario where work is not done despite applying force?
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Why is understanding input and output forces essential for evaluating machine efficiency?
Why is understanding input and output forces essential for evaluating machine efficiency?
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If a box weighs 20kg, what is its weight in Newtons on Earth?
If a box weighs 20kg, what is its weight in Newtons on Earth?
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Illustrate how friction affects the Ideal Mechanical Advantage of a machine.
Illustrate how friction affects the Ideal Mechanical Advantage of a machine.
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Flashcards
Contact Force
Contact Force
A force that requires physical contact to push or pull an object.
At-a-Distance Force
At-a-Distance Force
A force that can act on objects without physical contact, like gravity.
Mass
Mass
The total amount of particles in an object; it remains constant.
Weight
Weight
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Work
Work
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Energy
Energy
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Input Force
Input Force
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Output Force
Output Force
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Mechanical Advantage (MA)
Mechanical Advantage (MA)
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Newton (N)
Newton (N)
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Study Notes
Force Categories
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Contact Force: A force that requires physical touch to affect an object. Example: Hitting a hockey puck with a stick.
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At-a-Distance Force: A force that can act on an object without touching it. Example: gravity pulling an apple to the ground.
Mass and Weight
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Mass: The amount of matter in an object. It remains constant regardless of location.
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Weight: The force of gravity acting on an object's mass. Weight changes based on the strength of gravity. Example: Someone weighing 490N on Earth would weigh 80N on the moon.
Work and Energy
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Work: The measure of the effort required to move an object. Calculated as Work (J) = Force (N) x Distance (m). Example: Moving a 200N box 3 meters requires 600 Joules of work.
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Energy: The capacity to do work. Performing work uses/expends energy.
Output and Input Forces
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Output Force: The force applied by a machine to an object.
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Input Force: The force applied to a machine.
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Ideal Mechanical Advantage (MA): The theoretical mechanical advantage, assuming no energy is lost to friction. Calculated as: MA = Output Force / Input Force. Example: if 150N input results in 350N output, the ideal MA = 2.33
Calculating Weight (Newton)
- Newton (N): The unit used to measure force. On Earth, gravity is approximately 9.8 N/kg. Example: A 10 kg box weighs 98N. Formula: Weight (N) = Mass (kg) x Gravity (N/kg).
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Test your understanding of fundamental physics concepts including different types of forces, mass and weight distinctions, and the relationship between work and energy. This quiz covers essential principles that are foundational in physics education.
