PreparED Study Materials
PHYS 112: General Physics: Electricty and Magnetism
School: West Virginia University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 8
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Videos
Calculating Work from Speed Change: Water-Skiing Physics Explained!
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Explore the physics behind a water-skier accelerating from an initial speed to a faster one. Learn how to calculate the work done using the change in kinetic energy. Understand the principle of energy conservation through real-world examples.
Projectile Motion: Calculating Horizontal and Vertical Distances
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Dive into the world of projectile motion as we calculate the horizontal and vertical distances a launched projectile covers. Explore the impact of angle and speed on the trajectory, all explained in this engaging video.
Hotel Peephole Lens: Achieving a 180-Degree View Through Refraction
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Uncover the fascinating science behind peephole lenses, including the principles of light refraction and observer positioning that allow for an extensive field of vision through a hotel room door.
Electric Potential at Circle Center with Symmetric Charges
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Explore the fascinating world of electric potential as we calculate the value at the center of a circular arrangement of five equally charged particles. Join us for a captivating journey into electrostatics and symmetry in this enlightening video.
Calculating Ion Path Radius in a Mass Spectrometer: Electric vs Magnet
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Explore how a mass spectrometer works by analyzing an ion's path through the device. Understand the relationship between electric and magnetic fields in determining the ion's trajectory. Learn to compute the radius of an ion's path within the mass spectrometer.
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.














