Questions and Answers
What is best to say about a runner who is running at a constant velocity?
Their acceleration is zero.
Where would a balance NOT function correctly?
in a zero gravity environment
What distinguishes mass from weight?
Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object, while weight is a measure of the force of gravity on the object.
According to Newton's second law of motion, force is equal to mass times acceleration.
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The load is the pivot point of a lever.
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What lever has resistance between the axis (fulcrum) and the force (effort)?
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The ankle is a third class lever.
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What distinguishes the three different classes of levers found in the human body?
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The first class lever is the most common lever in the human body.
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What is the difference between velocity and acceleration?
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Matter is __________.
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What lever has resistance between the axis (fulcrum) and the force (effort)?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of a lever?
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Swinging a tennis racket against a ball is an example of a third class lever.
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Study Notes
Motion and Mechanics
- A runner moving at a constant velocity experiences zero acceleration, indicating no change in speed or direction.
- A balance relies on known metal weights to measure mass accurately, but will not function properly in a zero gravity environment due to the lack of gravitational force.
Mass vs. Weight
- Mass quantifies the amount of matter contained in an object, while weight represents the gravitational force acting on that object.
Newton's Second Law
- Newton's second law of motion states that force is the product of mass and acceleration, confirming the relationship between these variables.
Levers
- The load is not the pivot point of a lever; the pivot point is known as the fulcrum.
- A second class lever has its load positioned between the fulcrum and the force applied.
- The ankle does not serve as a third class lever; this classification pertains to the arrangement of force and resistance.
- Levers are classified based on the positioning of their components: effort, load, and fulcrum.
Class of Levers in the Human Body
- The first class lever is not the most common lever type found within the human body; the third class lever predominates in many muscle actions.
Velocity vs. Acceleration
- Velocity describes the speed of an object in a given direction, while acceleration reflects the rate of change of that velocity.
Characteristics of Matter
- Matter is defined as anything that possesses mass and occupies space.
Lever Components
- Tension is not considered a component of a lever which typically includes the fulcrum, effort, and load.
Practical Applications
- Swinging a tennis racket against a ball is an illustration of a third class lever, where the effort is applied between the fulcrum and the load.
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This quiz covers fundamental concepts in physics related to motion and mass. Explore key topics such as velocity, acceleration, and the difference between mass and weight. Ideal for students looking to reinforce their understanding of basic physics principles.
