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Homework Statement The van der Waals potential between two inert atoms is often characterized by the expression: http://bama.ua.edu/~stjones/253hw_files/image025.gif Sketch the function. Expand the potential around the minimum in the form U = U(ro) + ½ k(r-ro)2. Evaluate k in terms of s and...

Homework Statement A string can withstand a maximum tension of 200 N. What is the maximum upward acceleration one can impart to a 10 kg mass using this string? Homework Equations T=ma a=F/m The Attempt at a Solution so i tried just plugging those variables in that equation and i...