PreparED Study Materials
PHYS 104: Physics
School: Northern Illinois University
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Slinky Stretch: Calculating Transverse Wave Speed
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Discover the fascinating world of Slinky physics as we explore the speed of transverse waves when this iconic toy is stretched by a 2.0-N force. Dive into the science behind the Slinky's behavior!
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.
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.
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.
Pebble Velocity for Horizontal Impact on Juliet's Window
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Explore the physics behind calculating the velocity of pebbles thrown by Romeo to hit Juliet's window with only a horizontal component.
Rotating Wire Loop: Average Induced emf Calculation
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Discover electromagnetic induction with a rotating wire loop! In this video, we explore how a 12.0-cm-diameter wire loop generates an induced emf when it's aligned with a magnetic field in 0.20 seconds. Dive into the world of electromagnetic phenomena and uncover the average induced emf.














