What is the solution to part a of Density physics homework?

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The discussion centers around a physics homework question related to density. The original poster shares their solution for part a and seeks reassurance on its accuracy. Respondents confirm that the solution appears correct, including the calculated density for copper. The conversation highlights the importance of peer feedback in understanding complex physics problems. Overall, the solution is validated by others in the thread.
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Looks correct to me. Even the correct density for copper.
 


Thanks for the quick response.^^
 
Thread 'Variable mass system : water sprayed into a moving container'

Thread 'Variable mass system : water sprayed into a moving container'

Starting with the mass considerations #m(t)# is mass of water #M_{c}# mass of container and #M(t)# mass of total system $$M(t) = M_{C} + m(t)$$ $$\Rightarrow \frac{dM(t)}{dt} = \frac{dm(t)}{dt}$$ $$P_i = Mv + u \, dm$$ $$P_f = (M + dm)(v + dv)$$ $$\Delta P = M \, dv + (v - u) \, dm$$ $$F = \frac{dP}{dt} = M \frac{dv}{dt} + (v - u) \frac{dm}{dt}$$ $$F = u \frac{dm}{dt} = \rho A u^2$$ from conservation of momentum , the cannon recoils with the same force which it applies. $$\quad \frac{dm}{dt}...
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