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The discussion centers on the dynamics of a block resting on a frictionless wedge with an angle alpha. It highlights the need to analyze the forces acting on the block, specifically the gravitational component mgsin(alpha), and how these forces influence the velocities and accelerations of both the block and the wedge. Participants emphasize the importance of drawing a diagram to visualize the forces and their components, particularly in a frictionless scenario.

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Homework Statement


okay this isn't really a question, but i didnt knew where to post it, tell me if it has to be posted somewhere else. a pic of the diagram would help a lot.
A block is kept on the top of a wedge of angle alpha, can u explain what all happens, keeping all surfaces frictionless, what are their velocities and acceleration.


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I don't know


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i only know that a mgsin(alpha) will act on the block, nothing else..
 
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Draw a diagram.
Put in the forces acting on the block.
Resolve forces in components along the direction of motion and perpendicular to this direction.
 
but i want to know how will the wedge be affected as the surface is frictionless...
 
Draw a diagram and put in all the forces. It is good to make a contribution yourself first in line with the spirit of this forum.
 

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