The discussion revolves around calculating the elongation of a spring given its spring constant (K), the mass of a wooden block, and the density of the block. Participants are exploring the relationship between these variables and the appropriate equations to use.
There is an ongoing exploration of the problem, with participants questioning the relevance of the density of the wooden block and discussing the implications of the mass on the force calculation. Some guidance has been offered regarding the equation, but no consensus has been reached on how to proceed.
Participants note confusion regarding the role of density in the problem and express uncertainty about how to derive the force from the mass provided.
dban33 said:Homework Statement
How do I find the elongation of a spring when just given K=119 N/m, mass of the wooden block it is attached to=4.17kg and the densty of the wooden block = 695 kg/m^3.
Homework Equations
I do not know what equation to use.
The Attempt at a Solution
I have not been able to make an attempt because I do not know what equation to start off with.
dban33 said:Homework Equations
The equation I was trying to use was Fx=-kx
I do not think this is correct because my answer was wrong.
dban33 said:Well I am trying to find the elongation of the spring. So the correct equation is F=-kx?
Does that mean that I change it to solve for x?? x= F/-k
I do not kno how to find the force for the equation if I only have the mass and density of the wooden block the string is attached to. I am completely lost!