PreparED Study Materials
PHY 204: General Physics Lab
School: Marshall University
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Skiing Down an Incline: Length and Time Calculations
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Embark on an exhilarating downhill ski adventure! In this video, we calculate the length of the incline and the time it takes for a skier to reach the bottom. Explore the physics of skiing on inclines and the thrill of motion.
Calculating Resistance and Current in a 6.00-V Car Electrical System
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Learn how to determine the hot resistance and current in the electrical system of older cars with a 6.00-V voltage supply.
Physics of Bouncing: Calculating Velocity & Energy Conservation Explor
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Discover how energy conservation principles determine the velocity of a bouncing ball. Relate the ball's height and its potential and kinetic energies. Understand the velocity change upon impact and rebound.
Triangle Masses: Net Force and Side Length Effects
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Discover the gravitational forces at play in a triangle of masses in this video. We calculate the net force on each mass and explore how changing the side length impacts these forces. Join us for a gravitational journey through physics.
Jet Takeoff: Tire Rotation, Centripetal Acceleration, and Bacterium's
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Discover the dynamics of a commercial jet takeoff in this video! We explore tire rotation speed, centripetal acceleration, and a bacterium's grip on the rim. Dive into physics and microscopic forces, all while considering weight ratios.
hysics of a Coin Drop in an Ascending Elevator
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In an elevator ascending, an occupant drops a coin, which accelerates at a different rate than expected. This reveals the elevator's own acceleration towards the Earth. By analyzing forces and tensions, we determine the cable's tension to be 16000 N.


