PHYS 1111: General Physics

School: West Virginia University

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Solving Acceleration & Deceleration Queries for a Commuter Train Expla

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Explore the physics of a light-rail commuter train's motion. Understand how to calculate times for acceleration and deceleration using the equations of motion. Dive into the concept of emergency deceleration and its implications.

Terminal Voltage Calculation for Battery with Resistors

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Unlock the secrets of battery performance in this video! We calculate the terminal voltage for a battery with internal resistance, connected in series with resistors of different values. Explore the effects of resistance on voltage in electrical circuits.

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.

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Determining Mercury's Latent Heat of Fusion Using Calorimeter Data Exp

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Discover how to calculate the latent heat of fusion of mercury using calorimetry. Grasp the role of thermal equilibrium in heat transfer calculations. Derive the value of mercury's latent heat of fusion based on experimental data.

Calculating Forces & Work for 330-kg Piano on 28° Incline

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In this video we break down a complex physics problem about a 330-kg piano sliding down a 28° incline while a man resists its motion. We meticulously calculate the force exerted by the man work done by various forces including friction and gravity and the net work done on the piano.