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PHY 2020: Conceptual Physics
School: University of South Florida
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 8
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Understanding Mechanical Work: The Interplay of Forces, Movement, and
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Explore the fundamental concept of work in physics and discover the key conditions, including movement, net force, opposing force, and direction, that must be met for work to be accomplished when pushing on an object, such as a rock.
Spherical Capacitor: Calculating Capacitance and Plate Area
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Explore the concept of capacitance in a spherical capacitor and learn how to calculate it. Discover how to find the plate area for a parallel-plate capacitor with the same capacitance and separation.
Moon vs. Earth Jump: Gravity's Impact on Distance
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Join us in a lunar leap! We estimate how gravity affects jumping distance on the Moon compared to Earth, with the same takeoff speed and angle. Explore the moon's reduced gravity and its impact on human capabilities.
Calculating Rope Tension from a Central Hanging Weight: A Physics Appr
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Discover how to calculate rope tension with an object hanging in the center. Understand the relationship between the sag, the weight of the object, and the tension. Convert the result into kilonewtons for easy reference.
Calculating Enclosed Charge Using Gauss's Law
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Using a cube measuring 28.0 cm per side, we calculate its total electric flux. Through Gauss's law, we determine the box's enclosed charge. The resultant enclosed charge is 9.77 x 10?? C.
Doppler Effect: Source Velocity's Impact on Frequency Shift
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Explore the fascinating Doppler Effect and how it alters wave frequencies when a source or observer is in motion. Dive into the physics of frequency shift with formulas and practical examples, showcasing the significant impact of source velocity on observable frequencies.