The discussion revolves around energy transformations in a circuit involving an EMF source, a resistor, and a motor. Participants are analyzing different answer choices related to the energy transformations occurring in this setup.
The conversation is ongoing, with participants expressing uncertainty about their answers and seeking clarification on the definitions of energy types. Some guidance has been offered regarding the definitions of mechanical energy, but no consensus has been reached on the correct answer.
Participants are navigating the constraints of homework rules that prevent direct answers from being provided, which influences the nature of the discussion and the questions being asked.
Because the pulley lifts a load so I think there would be energy converted to GPE, which is not covered by option Akuruman said:
I thought the mechanical energy in this case maybe refer to something in the motor or pulley (like rotation). Is it not? So the correct answer should be A?kuruman said:
Are you asking me or are you telling me? As you know, according to our rules we cannot give answers away.songoku said:
I am asking, sorry.kuruman said:
Is my reasoning not correct?songoku said:
I believe if you are adhering to the definition, then gravitational potential is a part of mechanical energy. Do you have definitions given to you of mechanical energy that say otherwise?songoku said:
No, I don't. What I learned about mechanical energy is that it is the sum of potential and kinetic energy. I am only using my own interpretation that maybe this is some trick question so I tried to include whatever rotation in motor and pulley to be referred as mechanical energy and gravitational energy is treated separatelyerobz said:
If you remember, let us know what the supposed correct answer was when you find out.songoku said: