The squirrel jumps horizontally form the top of the 25m tall tree

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In summary, the conversation is about a person seeking help with their physics homework and being directed to the homework section of a forum. The homework involves finding the maximum kinetic energy of a squirrel jumping from a tree and the kinetic energy of a falling squirrel at different points in time. The person is encouraged to use their notes or textbook and given a hint to help them solve the problem. The conversation is then closed as a duplicate thread.
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HI. I need help with my physics hw. I do not need the answers but need a general guidance on how to solve the problem. Would appreciate it alot!
 
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Boop de Boop said:
HI. I need help with my physics hw. I do not need the answers but need a general guidance on how to solve the problem. Would appreciate it alot!
So, are we supposed to guess what the question is?
 
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No sorry. Here are the questions:
1. A squirrel jumps horizontally from the top of a 25 m tall tree with a speed of 8 m/s. What is the maximum kinetic energy of the squirrel during it`s entire trip down to the ground from the top of the tree?
2.If another squirrel of the same mass jumps straight upward from the ground well enough to get 4m off the ground and then falls back to the ground, what is the kinetic energy in the following locations and time:
a)3m above ground, on the way up
b)2m above ground, on the way down
c)1m above ground, on the way down
 
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Hi and welcome to PF.
PF doesn't provide a simple question and answer service. The way to drive PF is firstly go to the homework section for homework. There is plenty of help available on that forum but you are required to show what you have done towards finding a solution so far. You are bound to have some notes or a textbook which will deal with bodies falling under gravity.
Hint: Whilst it is falling, it will be traveling forward with unchanged speed. Work out how long it will be before it hits the ground and that's the time it's traveling forward. . . . . . .
You can do the sums and/or Google will give you millions of links about trajectories at a school level.
 

1. How far does the squirrel jump?

The squirrel jumps horizontally from the top of the 25m tall tree, so the distance it covers would depend on the strength of its jump. It is difficult to determine an exact distance without further information about the squirrel's abilities, but it is likely to be several meters.

2. What is the velocity of the squirrel's jump?

Without knowing the time it takes for the squirrel to complete the jump, it is not possible to calculate the velocity. Additionally, the squirrel's velocity would change throughout the jump as it accelerates and decelerates.

3. How does the squirrel maintain its balance during the jump?

The squirrel has evolved to have excellent balance and agility, which allows it to navigate through trees and jump from branch to branch. During the horizontal jump from the tree, the squirrel would use its tail and limbs to adjust its center of gravity and maintain balance.

4. Does the height of the tree affect the distance of the squirrel's jump?

The height of the tree does not directly affect the distance of the squirrel's jump. However, a taller tree may provide the squirrel with a higher starting point, allowing it to cover a greater distance. Additionally, the height of the tree may affect the squirrel's perception of the jump and could potentially impact its performance.

5. What other factors could influence the squirrel's jump?

The squirrel's physical abilities, such as strength and agility, would play a significant role in its jump. The presence of obstacles or branches in the squirrel's path could also impact the distance and trajectory of its jump. Weather conditions, such as wind or rain, could also affect the squirrel's jump by adding resistance or altering its perception of the jump.

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