Physics project : applications of force,work and power

In summary, the conversation discusses the task of preparing a short project report on the physics of either sports, space science, or biological systems. The report needs to be between 1000-1500 words. The person is unsure of how to start and is given suggestions on how to approach the topic, such as focusing on biomechanics and the energy storage and application of muscles or comparing the density of bones to their fracture risk. They also mention considering the ease of each topic in terms of research and complexity.
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1. to prepare short project report on the physics of one of the following
Sport
Space science
physics of biological systems




2.needs to be 1000-1500 words



3. I have no clue how to start it!
 
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Which one do you want to do?

The first and the third are interconnected, by biomechanics. So I would suggest do that one. How do muscles store their energy (without getting too fussy on the mitochondria etc - this is a physics report not a biology report)? How do they apply forces? How powerful are muscles?
 
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d3v3st4t10n said:
1. to prepare short project report on the physics of one of the following
Sport
Space science
physics of biological systems




2.needs to be 1000-1500 words



3. I have no clue how to start it!

You can do something on the density of bones in the legs of an animal versus the length of the bone itself. I know those two are directly related. Show that the point at which a bone will snap depends on the density of the bone and the angle at which the force is applied. You can show that fat people with high bone density have an equal fracture risk to skinny people with low bone density.
 
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nice ideas ty guys :)
Im not sure which ones easier...
 
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1. What are some real-life examples of force?

Some common examples of force in everyday life include pushing a door open, throwing a ball, and pulling a wagon. Other examples include gravity, friction, and tension in a rope or string.

2. How is work calculated?

Work is calculated by multiplying the force applied to an object by the distance the object moves in the direction of the force. This can be represented by the formula W = F x d, where W is work, F is force, and d is distance.

3. What is the relationship between work and power?

Work and power are closely related, with power being the rate at which work is done. This means that the more power an object or person has, the faster work can be done. Power is calculated by dividing work by time, or P = W/t.

4. How is force, work, and power used in machines?

Machines use force, work, and power to make tasks easier or more efficient. For example, a lever uses force to lift an object, a pulley system reduces the amount of force needed to lift heavy objects, and a bicycle uses power to move the wheels and propel the rider forward.

5. What are some practical applications of understanding force, work, and power?

Understanding force, work, and power is crucial in many fields of science and engineering. It is used in designing and building structures, calculating the efficiency of machines, and understanding the motion of objects. It also has practical applications in everyday life, such as choosing the right tool for a job or calculating the amount of work needed to complete a task.

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