Rotational kinetic energy of jupiter

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The rotational kinetic energy of Jupiter can be calculated using the formulas for moment of inertia and angular velocity. Given Jupiter's mass of 1.898e27 kg and radius of 71,492,000 meters, the moment of inertia (I) is determined using the formula I = (2/5)mr². The angular velocity (ω) is calculated from the rotational period of 9.81 hours using ω = 2π/T. The correct substitution into the rotational kinetic energy formula Krot = Iω²/2 is essential for accurate results.

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Homework Statement


What is the rotational kinetic energy of Jupiter? Assume Jupiter is a uniform sphere with a rotational period of 9.81 hr.


Homework Equations



I= 2mr^2/5
Krot= I*omega^2/2
omega= 2pi/T

The Attempt at a Solution


i found the omega using the equation above and the period given
Then i found the moment of inertia using the equation above as well. Took the mass as 1.898e27 kg. and the radius as 71492000 metres.

I substituted both of these into the equation of rotational kinetic energy and did not get the right answer. any help would be appreciated
 
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Sounds like you have the correct approach. Check your units and your arithmetic.
 

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