I used the position at block+spring as the equilibrium point, and solved it using two methods to get an answer. Even though i didnt consider the block+spring potential energy, since that was my equilibrium point, would my answer be correct?
Sorry about the pictures instead of latex. I will...
I'm under the assumption that at equlibium
I am confused on whether i should consider there is already a spring potential on the block, before hit by the bullet, or if it has no spring potential at that point
Homework Statement
A 4.0kg block is suspended from a spring with force constant of 500N/m.
A 50g bullet is fired into the block from directly below with a speed of 150m/s and is imbedded in the block.
Find the amplitude of the resulting simple harmonic motion.
Homework Equations
F=-kx...
Homework Statement
Is it possible to calculate the work done heat transfer, and efficiency of an object in a thermodynamic system, given the Temperature vs Entropy graph?
Example:
Homework Equations
∆U=Q-W
∆S=dQ/T
e=1-(Qc/Qh)
e=W/QhThe Attempt at a Solution
Since this is a T vs S diagram,i...