Solving Kinematics Problem for Landslide Hazard Map

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The discussion focuses on creating a landslide hazard map for an environmental geology project, specifically analyzing a mass of rock sliding down an inclined plane. Key calculations include kinetic energy, force, and final velocity of the rock. The main challenge is determining how far the rock will travel on a flat surface after descending the incline, factoring in friction. The importance of incorporating friction in both the inclined and flat portions of the motion is emphasized. Assistance is sought to accurately assess the potential impact on a nearby village.
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Okay, so. I'm doing a project for an environmental geology course in which I need to create a landslide hazard map. Essentially, I have a mass of rock sliding down an inclined plane. I have calculated the kinetic energy and force of the material as it moves down, as well as the final velocity as the material reaches the bottom of the inclined plane. However, my problem is assessing how far the material will travel on a flat surface beyond the inclined plane to see if a nearby village will be damaged. Friction must be taken into account. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
 
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So you do know the friction to take into account? You used it for the inclined portion of the motion?
 

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