Can a 500g Glass of Water Tip or Slip?

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A 500g glass of water is being pushed horizontally, and the discussion revolves around whether it will slip or tip over. The glass has a diameter of 1.5 cm and a height of 5.0 cm, with a static friction coefficient of 0.20. Participants suggest using torque analysis and drawing a Free-Body Diagram to evaluate the forces at play. The conversation emphasizes understanding the balance of forces and moments to determine the outcome. The solution hinges on calculating the critical points for tipping and slipping.
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Homework Statement



A glass of water with a mass of 500 g is being pushed horizontally at thetop across a table. The base is 1.5 cm in diameter and i is 5.0 cm tall. The coefficient of static friction is 0.20. Will it slip or tip?

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Not entirely sure.

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This seems fairly basic, but for some reason I can't seem to wrap my mind around it. Just a push in the right direction, starting me off properly, would help immensely.
 
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Welcome to the Forums Mr. Moose :-p

HINT: Torques :wink:
 
Here's a "push": Draw a Free-Body Diagram.
 
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