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Miyla
Homework Statement
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These are the equations he provided.
The Attempt at a Solution
I actually have no idea how to do them. So any help would be much appreciated.
A spring with a force constant
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In summary, the conversation is about a student seeking help with calculating the energy given by a spring to a block. The person helping suggests looking through course notes or googling for information on force, work, and potential energy. The student is unsure of where to start but is encouraged to describe the energy transformations at each stage of the problem and to focus on one part at a time. The helper also notes that none of the provided equations mention the spring and asks about the student's knowledge on springs.
These are the equations he provided.
I actually have no idea how to do them. So any help would be much appreciated.
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Replusz
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What is the energy the spring gives the block? calculate that first
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Simon Bridge
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Welcome to PF;
A good start is to look though your course notes, or to google for information about force work and potential energy.
If you sincerely have absolutely no idea at all where to start - then you have more serious problems than this.
Start by describing the energy transformations at each part of the journey.
A good start is to look though your course notes, or to google for information about force work and potential energy.
If you sincerely have absolutely no idea at all where to start - then you have more serious problems than this.
Start by describing the energy transformations at each part of the journey.
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Cutter Ketch
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Take a shot, Miyla. Do one part at a time and we'll help. Start with A. I can't help but notice none of your equations say anything about the spring. What have you been taught about a spring?
Related to A spring with a force constant
1. What is a spring with a force constant?
A spring with a force constant, also known as a spring constant, is a measure of the stiffness of a spring. It relates the amount of force required to stretch or compress a spring to the distance it is stretched or compressed.
2. How is the force constant of a spring determined?
The force constant of a spring can be determined by dividing the applied force by the distance the spring is stretched or compressed. It can also be determined by plotting the force and displacement data on a graph and calculating the slope of the linear portion of the graph.
3. What are the units of force constant?
The units of force constant depend on the units of force and distance used. In the SI system, the units of force constant are newtons per meter (N/m).
4. How does the force constant affect the behavior of a spring?
The force constant determines the strength of a spring and how much it will deform when a force is applied. A higher force constant means the spring is stiffer and will require more force to stretch or compress, while a lower force constant means the spring is more flexible and will deform more easily.
5. Can the force constant of a spring change?
Yes, the force constant of a spring can change depending on factors such as the material of the spring, the temperature, and any changes in the spring's shape or structure. It can also be altered by applying additional forces or weights to the spring.
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