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Smileyxx
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Why is the normal force on the top of roller coster greater then mg?
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Why is the normal force on a roller coaster's peak greater than mg?
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The discussion revolves around the forces acting on a roller coaster at different points, specifically questioning why the normal force at the peak of a roller coaster's loop might be greater than the gravitational force (mg).
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- Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking
Approaches and Questions Raised
- Participants explore the distinction between the forces at the top of a loop versus the top of a hill, questioning the conditions under which the normal force might exceed gravitational force.
Discussion Status
Participants are actively clarifying the scenario being discussed, with some providing insights into the implications of force relationships at different points on the roller coaster. There is an exploration of the conditions that would lead to different normal force values.
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There appears to be some ambiguity regarding the specific scenario being referenced, whether it is a loop or a hill, which may affect the understanding of the forces involved.
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koryargonic
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You mean at the top of a loop? Because if it's at the top of a hill it isn't.
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howie8594
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Are you talking about the coaster on the inside of a loop at the top where the track would be pushing it down or the coaster being at the top of a hill where the track would be below the coaster?
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howie8594
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If you were in a loop, and the force of gravity was greater than the normal force, you'd fall out of the ride.
If however you were going over the hill where the track was below you, the normal force would be less and if you were going fast enough, gravity wouldn't be enough to keep you on the track and you would fly off as a projectile.
If however you were going over the hill where the track was below you, the normal force would be less and if you were going fast enough, gravity wouldn't be enough to keep you on the track and you would fly off as a projectile.
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Smileyxx
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Yes that's exactly what i was finding for.thanks br
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