What Is the Impact Speed of a Ball Thrown from a Window?

In summary, work in physics is the force applied to an object multiplied by the distance the object moves in the direction of the force. It is measured in joules (J) and is closely related to energy, as it is a means of transferring energy from one object to another. Power, on the other hand, is a measure of how quickly work or energy is transferred. Work can be negative in physics when the force is applied in the opposite direction of an object's motion, resulting in a loss of energy.
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Homework Statement


A ball is thrown up at 21m/s from a 19meter high window. What will be the ball's speed at impact with the ground?


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Pretty darn fast. :biggrin:

Ok now seriously, let's see what you've got so far. Think conservation of energy.
 
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To answer this question, we can use the equations of motion to calculate the ball's speed at impact. We know that the initial velocity (u) is 21m/s, the displacement (s) is -19m (since the ball is moving downwards), and the acceleration (a) due to gravity is -9.8m/s^2. Using the equation v^2 = u^2 + 2as, we can plug in the values and solve for the final velocity (v). This gives us a final velocity of approximately 31.4m/s at impact with the ground. It is important to note that this calculation assumes no air resistance and a perfectly elastic collision with the ground. In reality, the ball's speed at impact may be slightly different due to these factors.
 

1. What is work in physics?

Work in physics is defined as the force applied to an object multiplied by the distance the object moves in the direction of the force. It is a measure of the energy transferred to an object to make it move.

2. What is the unit of work in physics?

The unit of work in physics is joule (J). One joule is equal to the work done by a force of one newton (N) acting over a distance of one meter (m).

3. How is work related to energy?

Work and energy are closely related concepts in physics. The work done on an object is equal to the change in its kinetic energy. This means that work is a means of transferring energy from one object to another.

4. What is the difference between work and power?

Work is a measure of the energy transferred to an object, while power is a measure of how quickly that energy is transferred. Power is the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, and it is measured in watts (W).

5. Can work be negative in physics?

Yes, work can be negative in physics. This occurs when the force applied to an object is in the opposite direction of the object's motion. In this case, the work done on the object is negative, and the object loses energy.

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