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jamesbiomed
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Collision Physics 1 problem with distances and angles
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SUMMARY
The forum discussion centers on solving a collision physics problem involving a Cessna airplane and a cargo plane. The Cessna, weighing 3000 kg, was traveling north at 70 m/s when it collided with a 7000 kg cargo plane flying at a 34° angle north of west at 111 m/s. The discussion emphasizes the importance of conservation of momentum in determining the final velocities and positions of the wreckage, particularly focusing on the x and y components of momentum. Participants collaboratively worked through equations and kinematics to find the distance and direction of the remaining piece of the cargo plane.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of conservation of momentum in collisions
- Knowledge of kinematics and projectile motion
- Ability to resolve vectors into x and y components
- Familiarity with trigonometric functions, specifically sine and cosine
- Study the principles of conservation of momentum in two-dimensional collisions
- Learn how to resolve vectors into their components using trigonometric functions
- Explore kinematic equations for projectile motion to calculate distances and velocities
- Practice solving collision problems involving multiple objects and angles
Students studying physics, particularly those focusing on mechanics and collision problems, as well as educators looking for collaborative problem-solving techniques in physics education.