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if you drop a spring that is elongated via its only weight (slinky) vs another spring that is on its side... will both hit the ground at the same time?
Will a Vertical Spring Drop at the Same Time as a Horizontal Spring?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around whether a vertically dropped spring and a horizontally positioned spring will hit the ground at the same time when released from the same height. The scope includes theoretical considerations and assumptions regarding the behavior of springs under gravity.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant questions if a vertically dropped spring (slinky) and a horizontally oriented spring will land simultaneously when dropped from the same height.
- Another participant clarifies that both springs are oriented with their center of mass and start at equal heights, suggesting they maintain equal heights during the fall, assuming air resistance is ignored.
- A later reply mentions a video that illustrates the scenario, indicating interest in visual explanations.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants have not reached a consensus on the outcome of the scenario, and the discussion remains open to further exploration of the topic.
Contextual Notes
Assumptions include the neglect of air resistance and the condition that both springs are released from rest at equal heights.
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