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Thank you very much for all the help and explanation Orodruin, haruspex, BvU, kuruman, jbriggs444, DaveC426913
Distance between rocket and object
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The discussion centers on the physics of a rocket launched upwards at an initial speed of 120 m/s and the subsequent release of an object at a height of 0.5 km. The conservation of momentum is analyzed, concluding that the object retains the rocket's upward velocity of 3√510 m/s at the moment of release. However, gravity affects the object post-release, causing it to decelerate while the rocket continues upward at constant speed. The participants clarify that the system is not closed due to the influence of Earth's gravity, which must be considered in any calculations regarding the distance between the rocket and the object after 10 seconds.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of Newton's laws of motion
- Familiarity with conservation of momentum principles
- Basic knowledge of kinematics, particularly vertical motion under gravity
- Ability to perform calculations involving square roots and basic algebra
- Study the effects of gravity on projectile motion in physics
- Learn about the conservation of momentum in non-isolated systems
- Explore kinematic equations for objects in free fall
- Investigate the implications of initial and constant velocity in motion problems
Students of physics, educators teaching mechanics, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of motion involving rockets and projectiles.
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