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Figure shows a potential energy curve as a function of x.

Chapter 8, Problem 54P

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Figure 8–24 shows a potential energy curve as a function of x. In qualitative terms, describe the subsequent motion of an object that starts at rest at point A.

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QUESTION:

Figure 8–24 shows a potential energy curve as a function of x. In qualitative terms, describe the subsequent motion of an object that starts at rest at point A.

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For the given potential energy versus distance graph, we have to qualitatively explain the motion of an object from the start point A.

The given graph obeys the law of conservation of total mechanical energy. Therefore, the total energy of the system remains constant and is given by,

                                        ……….1

Where is total energy, is the kinetic energy and is potential energy.

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