PreparED Study Materials
PHYS 184: Physics Scientists & Engineers II
School: Michigan State University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 10
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Videos
Pendulum Clock in the Rockies: Speed Change and Adjustment
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Explore the effects of altitude change on a pendulum clock's speed when moved from the Mississippi Delta to the Rocky Mountains. Learn why it runs faster or slower and how to make adjustments. Discover the assumptions involved in this fascinating timekeeping scenario.
Amusement Park Divers: Speed and Physics Analysis
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Step into the thrilling world of amusement park divers as we explore the physics behind their jaw-dropping stunts. Diving from a platform 21.3 meters (70 feet) above a pool of water, we investigate the announcer's claim that divers enter the water at a speed of 56 miles per hour (25 meters per second). We'll also uncover the possibility of divers leaping directly upward to achieve a specific water entry speed and examine the physical feasibility of such a feat. Join us for an educational journey
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.
Warm Hands by Friction: Temperature Increase Calculation
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Join us to explore the science of hand-warming through friction in this video. We calculate the temperature increase as a woman rubs her hands together, converting work into thermal energy. Dive into the physics of heat generation and discover how friction can keep you warm.
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.
Angle Conversion: Radians to Degrees and Degrees to Radians
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Learn how to convert between radians and degrees for various angle measurements, expanding your understanding of angular units.