Calculate Tension for Teddy Bear w/ 2.5N & Angles 30º and 40º

In summary, to calculate the tension in the string for a teddy bear, use the formula T = mg + ma, where T is tension, m is mass, g is acceleration due to gravity, and a is acceleration. The unit for tension is Newtons (N), and the angles at which the string is being pulled affect tension as the greater the angle, the greater the tension. Tension cannot be negative and can also be affected by the bear's mass, acceleration, and external forces like air resistance.
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There is a teddy bear with a weight of 2.5 N suspended by two strings at 30º and at 40º. What is the tension of each string?

Let Theta1 be 30 and Theta2 be 40

I know that T1 sin Theta1 + T2 sin Theta2=mg

I apologize I don't know how to type all the special characters
 
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For special characters, you can use LaTeX.

rdl204 said:
I know that T1 sin Theta1 + T2 sin Theta2=mg
How did you define the angles? The sine here looks odd.
There is also another force balance you can use.
 

1. How do I calculate tension for the teddy bear with given values?

To calculate the tension in the string for the teddy bear, we can use the formula T = mg + ma, where T is the tension, m is the mass of the bear, g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2), and a is the acceleration of the bear.

2. Is there a specific unit for tension?

Yes, the unit for tension is Newtons (N), which is a unit of force. This is the same unit that is given for the weight of the teddy bear (2.5N).

3. How do the angles affect the tension in the string?

The angles given (30º and 40º) represent the angle at which the string is being pulled. The greater the angle, the greater the tension in the string will be. This is because the force being applied by the string will have a vertical and horizontal component, and the vertical component will increase with a greater angle, resulting in a higher tension.

4. Can the tension be negative?

No, tension cannot be negative. It is a force that is always directed away from the object it is acting on. If the calculated tension is negative, it means there is an error in the calculation or the given values.

5. Are there any other factors that can affect the tension in the string?

Yes, the mass of the teddy bear and the acceleration of the bear can also affect the tension in the string. A heavier bear or a greater acceleration will result in a higher tension. Additionally, external forces such as air resistance or friction can also impact the tension in the string.

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