The discussion focuses on calculating the Torsion constant (K) of a torsion pendulum using the given period (T) of 1.32 seconds and the moment of inertia (I) of 0.0383 kgm². The correct calculation yields K = 0.8678. Participants emphasized the importance of correctly applying algebraic methods to derive K from the provided values. A user noted an error in their calculator, which affected their initial results.
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That's a big equation! :-)Felicity Wang said:Homework Statement
Given the period (T) and the moment of inertia (I), find the Torsion constant (K)
T= 1.32s
I= 0.0383 kgm^2
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The Attempt at a Solution
The answer is K=0.8678, I'm not really sure how to get the answer, but I think it has to do with the units.
Haha just realized there was an error with my calculator. Thanks!nrqed said: