What is the Retarding Force on a Golf Ball Plugged in Soft Ground?

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Start date Feb 5, 2010

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To determine the retarding force on a golf ball plugged in soft ground, the initial kinetic energy of the ball must be calculated using its height of 20 meters and mass of 45 grams. The gravitational potential energy converts to kinetic energy just before impact, which is then dissipated as the ball plugs into the ground. The depth of 5 cm indicates how far the ball penetrates, allowing for the calculation of the retarding force using the work-energy principle. By applying the formula for work done against the retarding force, the force can be derived. The final result provides insight into the dynamics of the ball's interaction with the soft ground.

Feb 5, 2010

Grinter1

A Golf ball is struck with a high lofted club it falls to Earth under the influence of gravity from a height of 20m. It then plugs into soft ground and comes to rest suddenly without rebound. It then plugs in a depth of 5cm. Find the retarding force which acts on the ball. It has a mass of 45 grams.

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thebigstar25

please show your work first ..

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