Mass +Displacement: Find Acceleration

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In summary, the formula for finding acceleration using mass and displacement is a = F/m, and the unit of measurement for acceleration is meters per second squared (m/s²). To calculate acceleration from a graph of mass and displacement, you can use the slope of the line on the graph. Mass and displacement can have a negative value in the acceleration formula, indicating that the object is moving in the opposite direction of the force applied. The mass of an object has an inverse relationship with its acceleration, meaning that as mass increases, acceleration decreases, and vice versa. This is because a larger mass requires a greater force to produce the same acceleration as a smaller mass.
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if you have mass and displacement on a horizontal surface how do you find acceleration
 
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To find acceleration in this scenario, you would need to use the formula a = F/m, where a is acceleration, F is the net force acting on the object, and m is the mass of the object. In this case, since the object is on a horizontal surface, the net force acting on it would be equal to the force of friction, which can be calculated using the formula F = μmg, where μ is the coefficient of friction, m is the mass, and g is the acceleration due to gravity. Once you have determined the net force, you can plug it into the formula a = F/m to calculate the acceleration. Additionally, if you know the initial and final velocities of the object, you can also use the formula a = (vf - vi)/t, where vf is the final velocity, vi is the initial velocity, and t is the time interval.
 

What is the formula for finding acceleration using mass and displacement?

The formula for finding acceleration using mass and displacement is a = F/m, where "a" is acceleration, "F" is force, and "m" is mass.

How do I calculate acceleration from a graph of mass and displacement?

To calculate acceleration from a graph of mass and displacement, you can use the slope of the line on the graph. The slope represents the change in displacement over the change in time, which is equal to acceleration.

What is the unit of measurement for acceleration when using mass and displacement?

The unit of measurement for acceleration when using mass and displacement is meters per second squared (m/s²).

Can mass and displacement have a negative value in the acceleration formula?

Yes, mass and displacement can have a negative value in the acceleration formula. This indicates that the object is moving in the opposite direction of the force applied, resulting in a negative acceleration.

How does the mass of an object affect its acceleration?

The mass of an object has an inverse relationship with its acceleration. This means that as the mass increases, the acceleration decreases, and vice versa. This is because a larger mass requires a greater force to produce the same acceleration as a smaller mass.

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