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Can a potential energy curve be vertical ?
Potential energy vs position curve
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In summary, the conversation discusses the feasibility of a potential energy curve being vertical, with the context of the curve representing potential energy versus distance from the standard position. The question also considers whether a very steep slope is possible instead of a completely vertical curve. It is mentioned that the topic is encountered in a standard textbook, but no further details or visuals are provided.
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Welcome to the PF.Ravi said:
Please give a lot more details, so we can try to answer your question. PE versus what? PE is on the vertical axis of a 2-D plot, and what is on the horizontal axis?
Also, is this question for homework?
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It is potential energy vs the distance from the standard position.
It is not my home work problem
It is not my home work problem
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How would you describe what a 'vertical' curve of Potential with distance implies? Is that feasible? What about a 'very steep' slope, rather than totally vertical?Ravi said:
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Ya exactly that is the question..is it feasible.i have encountered such a graph in a standard textbook.sophiecentaur said:
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And how would YOU describe what happens at that position?
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Could you Upload a picture of that graph?Ravi said:
Related to Potential energy vs position curve
What is a potential energy vs position curve?
A potential energy vs position curve is a graphical representation of the relationship between the potential energy of a system and its position in space. It shows how the potential energy of a system changes as the position of the system changes.
What does the shape of a potential energy vs position curve indicate?
The shape of a potential energy vs position curve indicates the stability of a system. A flat curve indicates a stable system, while a steep curve indicates an unstable system.
How is potential energy related to the position of a system?
Potential energy is directly related to the position of a system. As the position of a system changes, the potential energy also changes. This is because potential energy is a measure of the energy stored in a system based on its position.
What is the difference between a potential energy vs position curve and a kinetic energy vs position curve?
A potential energy vs position curve shows the relationship between potential energy and position, while a kinetic energy vs position curve shows the relationship between kinetic energy and position. Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is the energy stored in a system based on its position.
What factors affect the shape of a potential energy vs position curve?
The shape of a potential energy vs position curve is affected by the type of force acting on the system, the distance between particles in the system, and the mass of the particles. These factors can determine the stability of the system and the potential energy at different positions.
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