The discussion focuses on calculating the number of raindrops per second per square meter from a rainstorm lasting 4 hours, 18 minutes, and 31 seconds, covering an area of 3.22 miles by 16.5 miles, with a total rainfall of 1.35 inches. The average raindrop is specified as a sphere with a radius of 2.5mm. Participants emphasize the importance of making an initial attempt at solving the problem to receive guidance. The calculations involve converting measurements and applying volume formulas for spheres to derive the final answer.
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Hi anthonyslvtr. Welcome to Physics Forums.anthonyslvtr said:Homework Statement
A rainstorm lasted 4 hours, 18 minutes, and 31 seconds. It covered an area meqasuring 3.22 miles by 16.5 miles. 1.35 inches of rain fell during the storm. The average raindrop was a sphere with 2.5mm radius. Based on this data calculate the number of raindrops per second per square meter that fell during the storm.
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