Recent content by tim_mannire

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    Finding Mass from Weight: 1.47 x 10^2 N

    Ok. So what is the force and the mass in this question?
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    Weight of a lion standing on th earth

    All I've been given is the question. I believe there is only one lion.
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    Finding Mass from Weight: 1.47 x 10^2 N

    yes that is correct. is that the formula i am to use?
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    Finding Mass from Weight: 1.47 x 10^2 N

    ok thanks
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    Weight of a lion standing on th earth

    oh ok, I'm not really sure how to tackle this question..
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    Finding Mass from Weight: 1.47 x 10^2 N

    Homework Statement A set of scales calibrated to read weight reads 1.47 x 10^2 N. Find the mass of the object standing on it. Homework Equations ?? The Attempt at a Solution ??
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    Weight of a lion standing on th earth

    Homework Statement Find the weight of a 8.00 x 10^1 Kg lion standing on the surface of the earth.Homework Equations ?? The Attempt at a Solution ??
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    Sliding heavy crate across rough floor

    Homework Statement You are trying to move a heavy crate by sliding it across a rough floor. Identify the forces involved in actually getting it to move. Homework Equations ?? The Attempt at a Solution forces of gravity, air resistance, friction??
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    How Do Newton's 3rd Law and Skating Illustrate Action-Reaction Forces?

    Homework Statement A father and his seven year old daughter are facing each other on ice skates. With their hands they push away from each other. Compare the magnitude of the forces they each experience and comment on the acceleration of each of them. Homework Equations ?? The...
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    Explaining Gun Recoil Using Newton's Second Law

    Ok, thanks very much for your help.
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    Explaining Gun Recoil Using Newton's Second Law

    The gun has an equal and opposite reaction, when the bullet is fired it gains speed and momentum instantly, causing the gun to lunge backwards towards the shooter. are there any more contributing factors?
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    Explaining Gun Recoil Using Newton's Second Law

    every action has an equal and opposite reaction. there for, it is related to Newton's third law. I'm not sure how to explain this scenario using Newton's third law.
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    Explaining Gun Recoil Using Newton's Second Law

    Homework Statement A gun that is fired "recoils". Explain using one of Newton's laws. Homework Equations ?? The Attempt at a Solution Newton's second law?? F=M/A
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    Understanding Newton's Laws of Motion: Explaining Car Movement

    Homework Statement Why do you lunge forward when your car suddenly stops? Why are you thrown backwards when your car suddenly accelerates? Explain using Newton's laws Homework Equations ? The Attempt at a Solution Because of your seat belt, you are attached to the car, causing...