Simplifying slope-angular acceleration vs torque

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The discussion focuses on the relationship between angular acceleration and torque, highlighting a positive linear correlation observed in a lab experiment. The participant struggles with simplifying the units of slope in terms of kilograms (kg), meters (m), and seconds (s). The correct simplification reveals that angular acceleration equals torque divided by inertia, leading to the conclusion that the slope of the graph represents mass (kg). Key equations discussed include Torque = NM and Angular Acceleration = rad/s².

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Homework Statement



In a lab we conducted in class we graphed angular acceleration vs torque, and found a positive linear correlation-easy enough. However I am getting rather stuck in simplifying the units of slope in terms of Kg, m, and s... I am fairly sure this will give me that angular acceleration equals torque times inertia but I have trouble with simplifying the slope AND with even getting torque and angular acceleration simplified to kg m and s. I would really appreciate some help! thanks!

Homework Equations



Torque=NM
NM=Kg*a*m
kg*a*m=kg*(m/s^2)*m
=kg*m^2/s^2

Angular Acceleration= rad/s^2
rad/s^2=at/r
at/r=m/s^2/r
m^2/s^2

The Attempt at a Solution


(kg*m^2/s^2)/(m^2/s^2)
=kg
 
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pentwaterwave said:

Homework Statement



In a lab we conducted in class we graphed angular acceleration vs torque, and found a positive linear correlation-easy enough. However I am getting rather stuck in simplifying the units of slope in terms of Kg, m, and s... I am fairly sure this will give me that angular acceleration equals torque times inertia but I have trouble with simplifying the slope AND with even getting torque and angular acceleration simplified to kg m and s. I would really appreciate some help! thanks!

Homework Equations



Torque=NM
NM=Kg*a*m
kg*a*m=kg*(m/s^2)*m
=kg*m^2/s^2

Angular Acceleration= rad/s^2
rad/s^2=at/r
at/r=m/s^2/r
m^2/s^2
Your mistake is here. You have
$$\left[\frac{a_t}{r}\right] = \frac{\text{m}/\text{s}^2}{\text{m}} = \cdots$$ You shouldn't get m2/s2.


The Attempt at a Solution


(kg*m^2/s^2)/(m^2/s^2)
=kg
 

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