Understanding Physics Problems: Work, Energy, and Power

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The discussion revolves around solving various physics problems related to work, energy, and power. Participants seek clarification on calculating kinetic energy, potential energy, and power for different scenarios involving falling objects and thrown masses. Key points include the correct application of formulas for energy conservation, the relationship between work and power, and understanding how to resolve forces at angles. Specific examples highlight common misconceptions in calculations, such as the need to account for height changes and the correct use of trigonometric components. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of mastering fundamental physics concepts to solve these problems accurately.
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I have some examples of physics i don't quite understand, so please if you could explain me how to solve them and what to do.
1. Object of mass 2kg starts to fall from height 10m,count his kinetic energy when it passes from point which is on height 2m.
2. Object of a mass 2kg is thrown from surface of Earth with beginning speed 20m/s
a) what is his speed on height of 5meters
b) what's his kinetic energy on height of 10meters
c) what's his maximum he can get.
3.Object starts to fall from height of 100 meters, on which height his kinetic energy will be 2/3 potencial energy.
4. Mass of a object is 500 grams, speed is 72km/h, 10 meters of height, determine power.
5.Power of object 0,4kW performed work of 1600J determine time.
6.Force of 20N performs work if 120J on angle 45 degrees. Determine distance which passed (i think) if its something else which you think needs to be solved in 6 example explain me that way.
On 1. example i tried to solve it, like count potential energys of both heights than substract it...idk if that's right
2. a) and c) i understand a little.. but i don't know b)
3. i divided 100 by 3, than multiplied by 2...but it think this is wrong way
4.i can't find formula for this i tried but i don't know if i calculated good
5. i used formula t=A/P is it right formula?
6.im not sure what does it need to calculate with that i guess passed distance, i tried to calculate it and turned out 3V2 is it right?
 
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1) yes. mg(8m)
2) KE(1) + PE(1) = KE(2) + PE(2) ... 1 and 2 are different places
3) yes.
4) what specifically did you do? Power by what? (gravity?)
5) (Power = Work/time ... what do you mean by "A"?)
6) Work = F dot distance ... dot means parallel component (cos theta)
 
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