PreparED Study Materials
PHYS 3: Basic Physics
School: University of California Santa Barbara
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 11
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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.
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!
Advantages of Laboratory-Based Measurement Standards
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Discover the key reasons why measurement standards rooted in laboratory procedures offer advantages over standards based on specific objects, like the international prototype kilogram. Dive into the world of metrology and standardization in this informative video.
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.
Spacecraft Speed Change in 1 Week with 0.09-N Thrust
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Discover the impact of a 0.09-N thrust engine on a 480 kg spacecraft's speed during 1 week of maximum power operation. Uncover the assumptions involved in this space physics scenario.
Tennis Ball Momentum and Change in Direction
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Explore the physics of a tennis ball hitting a wall and its momentum changes. Learn about the original momentum, changes, and the concept of reference objects in this engaging video.