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The discussion focuses on calculating the velocity of a 1.0g raindrop falling from a height of 1.0km, ignoring frictional forces. The gravitational force is calculated using the formula Fg = mg, resulting in Fg = 0.00981 N. The key to solving the problem lies in understanding the relationship between initial and final velocity, acceleration, and the assumption that the raindrop starts from rest. The acceleration due to gravity is a constant 9.81 m/s².

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Homework Statement


Calculate the velocity a 1.0g raindrop would reach if it fell from a height of 1.0km. You may ignore all forces of friction.

Homework Equations


Fg = mg, where g = 9.81 m/s^2
W = Fparallel x d


The Attempt at a Solution


I used Fg = mg to find that Fg = 0.00981 N.
Then, I had no clue what formula to use after this :S.

Thanks.
 
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There's a connection between:

you're starting and ending velocity
and
your acceleration

hint: assume the drop starts from rest... so you know the starting velocity. And the acceleration is also a known constant.
 

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