What is the force of contact between the two blocks?

In summary, the conversation discusses the force of contact between two blocks on a horizontal table. One block is being pushed at a 30 degree angle and the system is moving to the right. The blocks have masses of 2,00 kg and 1,00 kg respectively, and a force of 60N is applied. The kinetic friction between the blocks is 0,250. The question is asking how to determine the force of contact between the two blocks.
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What is the force of contact between the two blocks?
Two blocks are in contact on a horizontal table. A force is applied on one of the blocks at a 30 degree angle (from the horizontal). The system moves towards the right. M1 = 2,00 kg and m2 = 1,00 km and F=60N and the kinetic friction between the two blocks is uc =0,250. What is the force of contact between the two blocks ??

i understand what to do if there was one block,.. but two ?
 
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boupidou said:
What is the force of contact between the two blocks?
Two blocks are in contact on a horizontal table. A force is applied on one of the blocks at a 30 degree angle (from the horizontal). The system moves towards the right. M1 = 2,00 kg and m2 = 1,00 km and F=60N and the kinetic friction between the two blocks is uc =0,250. What is the force of contact between the two blocks ??

i understand what to do if there was one block,.. but two ?

Welcome to the PF.

Always start with free body diagrams (FBDs). Do one for each block, and post what you have.
 

1. What is the definition of force of contact?

The force of contact is the physical interaction between two objects that results in a push or pull on each other.

2. How is the force of contact between two blocks calculated?

The force of contact can be calculated using Newton's second law of motion, which states that force is equal to mass times acceleration (F=ma). In the case of two blocks, the force of contact is equal to the mass of one block multiplied by its acceleration.

3. What factors affect the force of contact between two blocks?

The force of contact between two blocks is affected by the mass of the blocks, the surface area in contact, and the coefficient of friction between the two surfaces.

4. Is the force of contact between two blocks always equal?

No, the force of contact between two blocks can vary depending on the factors mentioned above. For example, if the blocks have different masses or are on surfaces with different coefficients of friction, the force of contact will be different.

5. How does the force of contact affect the motion of the blocks?

The force of contact can cause the blocks to accelerate, decelerate, or remain at a constant velocity. This depends on the direction and magnitude of the force, as well as the mass and inertia of the blocks.

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