Y-intercept in Weight-Mass Graph

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Start date Nov 9, 2011
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In summary, The y-intercept in a weight-mass graph is the starting point or initial weight when no additional mass is added. It can be calculated by finding the point where the graph intersects with the y-axis or by using the slope-intercept form of the equation. A y-intercept of 0 means that the object being measured has no weight to begin with. The y-intercept remains the same regardless of the slope of the graph and is important because it provides information about the initial weight and can help calculate the slope.

Nov 9, 2011

SeLe92720

Homework Statement

What is the physical meaning of the vertical intercept for weight-mass graph?

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The Attempt at a Solution

I know that the y-intercept is zero.

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Nov 9, 2011

sandy.bridge

Think about it.. What is the relationship between mass and weight? On Earth, can there be one without the other?

What is the y-intercept in a weight-mass graph?

The y-intercept in a weight-mass graph represents the starting point or initial weight when no additional mass is added. It is the value of the y-axis (weight) when the x-axis (mass) is equal to 0.

How is the y-intercept calculated in a weight-mass graph?

The y-intercept is calculated by finding the point where the line of the graph intersects with the y-axis. This can be done by identifying the coordinates of the point where the line crosses the y-axis, or by using the slope-intercept form of the equation (y = mx + b) and substituting 0 for x.

What does a y-intercept of 0 mean in a weight-mass graph?

A y-intercept of 0 means that the initial weight is 0 when no additional mass is added. In other words, the object being measured has no weight to begin with.

How does the y-intercept change if the slope of the weight-mass graph changes?

The y-intercept remains the same regardless of the slope of the weight-mass graph. This is because the y-intercept represents the starting point or initial weight, which does not change even if the slope of the graph changes.

Why is the y-intercept important in a weight-mass graph?

The y-intercept is important because it provides information about the initial weight of the object being measured. It can also be used to calculate the slope of the graph, which can provide insights into how the weight changes as the mass increases.