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In summary, the conversation is about a 0.40 kg particle moving under the influence of a single conservation force and the calculation of its potential energy at two points. The person asking for help is having difficulty understanding the concept of conservative energy and the difference between work and energy.
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can anyone help me in this please .. I'm having difficulity in this physix course :grumpy:

a 0.40 kg particle moves under the influence of a single conservation force. at point A where the particle has a speed of 10 m/s , the potential energy associated with the conservative force is +40 J. as the particle moves from A to B, the force does +25 J of work on the particle. what is the value of the potential energy at point B ?
 
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Hawraa said:
can anyone help me in this please .. I'm having difficulity in this physix course :grumpy:

a 0.40 kg particle moves under the influence of a single conservation force. at point A where the particle has a speed of 10 m/s , the potential energy associated with the conservative force is +40 J. as the particle moves from A to B, the force does +25 J of work on the particle. what is the value of the potential energy at point B ?
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the problem is i don't know what does " conservative energy" mean .. and I don't know the difference between work and energy :S
 

1. What is potential energy and how is it related to particles?

Potential energy is the stored energy an object possesses due to its position or configuration. It is related to particles because the position and arrangement of particles can determine the amount of potential energy they have.

2. How is the potential energy of a particle calculated?

The potential energy of a particle can be calculated using the formula PE = mgh, where m is the mass of the particle, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is the height of the particle above the ground.

3. What factors affect the potential energy of a particle?

The potential energy of a particle is affected by its mass, height, and the strength of the gravitational field it is in. It can also be affected by external factors such as electric or magnetic fields.

4. Can potential energy be converted into other forms of energy?

Yes, potential energy can be converted into other forms of energy, such as kinetic energy, when the particle moves and changes its position. It can also be converted into thermal or chemical energy.

5. How is potential energy important in understanding the behavior of particles?

Potential energy is important in understanding the behavior of particles because it helps explain how and why particles move and interact with each other in certain ways. It also plays a crucial role in many scientific fields, such as mechanics, thermodynamics, and chemistry.

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