True-false questions about frictionaless, masslesss pulleys

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In summary, the correct answers are: A. False - the magnitude of the acceleration of m2 is greater than the magnitude of the acceleration on m1. B. True - the center of mass accelerates. C. True - the tension in string one(t1) is greater than m1g.
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Homework Statement



These are true/ false questions, equal to, >, or <
A frictionless, massless pulley is attached to a ceiling, Mass m2 is greater than mass m1.

A. The magnitude of the acceleration of m2 is ... the magnitude of the acceleration on m1.
B. The center of mass accelerates.
C. The tension in string one(t1) is ... m1g.

Homework Equations



F= ma,

The Attempt at a Solution


A. The magnitude of the acceleration of m2 is equal to the magnitude of the acceleration of m1
B. False- the center of mass does not accelerate
C. The tension in stringone should be> than that in m1g


I have something wrong but I don't know what?
Help, please
 
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You have just one wrong. Can you explain your reasoning for each answer?
 
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A. The magnitude of the acceleration has to be equal because the tension in the strings of the pulley would have to be equal
B.The center of the mass does not accelerate because there is no force acting on it.
C.The tension in string 1 is greater than m1g, because it would have to be in orderfor the pulley to work .
 
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If there is a net force acting on each mass, wouldn't there be a net force acting on its center of mass? And your reasoning for the others is not correct.
 

1. What is a frictionless, massless pulley?

A frictionless, massless pulley is a type of pulley system that is designed to have minimal resistance or friction when a rope or cable is passed over it. It is also assumed to have zero mass, meaning it does not contribute to the overall weight or force of the system.

2. How does a frictionless, massless pulley affect the motion of objects?

A frictionless, massless pulley can change the direction of a force without changing its magnitude. This means that the tension in the rope or cable passing over the pulley will be the same on both sides, and the motion of the objects connected to the pulley will be affected accordingly.

3. Can a frictionless, massless pulley exist in reality?

No, a frictionless, massless pulley is an idealized concept used in physics to simplify calculations and understand the basic principles of pulley systems. In reality, all pulleys will have some level of friction and mass, although they can be designed to minimize these factors.

4. How does the number of pulleys affect the mechanical advantage of a frictionless, massless pulley system?

The mechanical advantage of a frictionless, massless pulley system is equal to the number of pulleys in the system. This means that the more pulleys there are, the greater the mechanical advantage and the easier it will be to lift heavy objects.

5. What are some real-life applications of frictionless, massless pulleys?

Frictionless, massless pulleys are commonly used in engineering and mechanical systems to transfer and redirect forces. They can be found in various machines and equipment, such as cranes, elevators, and exercise equipment. They are also used in physics experiments and demonstrations to illustrate concepts related to forces and motion.

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