PreparED Study Materials
PHYS 1020: Physics II
School: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 15
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Calculating Displacement: West and South Travel
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Learn how to calculate total displacement when traveling west and south at different speeds and durations. Explore the direction and magnitude of your journey in this informative video.
Deciphering Unknown Wavelength via Double Slit: The 355nm Light Revela
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Uncover the methodology behind determining an unknown light's wavelength using the double slit experiment. Understand how fringe spacings relate to the light's properties. Find out the significance of second-order fringes and their measurements.
Sandal's Velocity Relative to Ship and Shore Observer
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Explore the intriguing physics of a sandal dropped from a moving ship and learn how to calculate its velocity relative to the ship and a stationary observer on shore.
Monkey and Cart: Impact of Cantaloupe on Speed
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Join us as we delve into the physics of a monkey and her cart, complete with a spring. Witness the intriguing change in maximum speed when the monkey picks up a cantaloupe. Learn how mass and vibrations affect the outcome.
Why Does Hot Concrete Feel Hotter than a Rug in the Summer?
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Uncover the science behind a common sensation - why hot concrete feels hotter than a rug at the same temperature on a scorching summer day. We'll explore the factors at play in this intriguing phenomenon and provide a clear understanding of the science behind it.
Surviving Extreme Deceleration: David Purley's Remarkable Story
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Discover the incredible tale of David Purley's survival in a high-speed car crash! In this video, we calculate the magnitude of the acceleration he experienced during the rapid deceleration from 173 km/h to zero. Learn how to express it in units of gravity and explore the limits of human endurance.






























