Object Distance Homework: Find Distance in 2nd Sec

[josh84]

Homework Statement

An object is released from rest and falls a distance H during the first second of time. How far will it fall during the next second of time?

Homework Equations

That's what I need to know.

The Attempt at a Solution

I think it is either 2H or H^2. But I'm not sure.

 

[rootX]

Homework Statement

An object is released from rest and falls a distance H during the first second of time. How far will it fall during the next second of time?

Homework Equations

That's what I need to know.

The Attempt at a Solution

I think it is either 2H or H^2. But I'm not sure.

again use those three uniform acceleration equations.
Find vf after 1 second

 

[m2003]

I would approach this problem by first analyzing the given information and identifying any relevant equations or principles that can be applied. In this case, we are given the initial distance (H) and the time interval (1 second). Using the equation d = 1/2at^2, where d is the distance, a is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2), and t is the time, we can calculate the distance fallen during the first second as H = 1/2(9.8)(1)^2 = 4.9 meters.

To find the distance fallen during the next second, we can use the same equation but with a new time interval of 2 seconds. Plugging in the values, we get d = 1/2(9.8)(2)^2 = 19.6 meters. Therefore, the object will fall a total distance of 19.6 meters during the first 2 seconds.

It is important to note that the distance fallen during the second second is not simply 2H or H^2. These values do not take into account the effects of acceleration due to gravity and only consider the initial distance. It is crucial to use the appropriate equation and units when solving scientific problems.