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jamesbiomed
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Collision Physics 1 problem with distances and angles
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Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around a collision physics problem involving a Cessna airplane and a cargo plane, focusing on the conservation of momentum and the analysis of distances and angles post-collision. Participants are exploring the implications of the given masses, velocities, and angles to determine the final momentum and trajectory of the wreckage.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking
Approaches and Questions Raised
- Participants are attempting to apply conservation of momentum principles to analyze the collision, questioning how to account for distances and angles without time data. Some are exploring kinematic equations to find velocities and distances, while others are discussing the separation of momentum into x and y components.
Discussion Status
There is an ongoing exploration of methods to calculate the momentum of the Cessna and the cargo plane after the collision. Some participants have provided guidance on using horizontal distances and time of fall to determine velocities, while others are still grappling with the correct application of momentum conservation in the context of the problem.
Contextual Notes
Participants are working under the constraints of a homework problem, which may limit the information available for solving the problem. There is a specific emphasis on the directionality of momentum and the need to consider angles in the calculations.