Questions from College Physics


Q: Think of a wire of length L as two wires of length

Think of a wire of length L as two wires of length L/2 in series. Construct an argument for why the resistance of a wire must be proportional to its length.

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Q: An electron (charge −e) is projected horizontally into the

An electron (charge −e) is projected horizontally into the space between two oppositely charged parallel plates. The electric field between the plates is 500.0 N/C upward. If the vertical deflection o...

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Q: Can sound waves be polarized? Explain.

Can sound waves be polarized? Explain.

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Q: In Section 25.3 we studied interference due to thin films

In Section 25.3 we studied interference due to thin films. Why must the film be thin? Why don't we see interference effects when looking through a window or at a poster covered by a plate of glass—eve...

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Q: An electric mixer is being used to mix up some cake batter

An electric mixer is being used to mix up some cake batter. What happens to the motor if the batter is too thick, so the beaters are turning slowly?

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Q: While an elevator of mass 2530 kg moves upward, the tension

While an elevator of mass 2530 kg moves upward, the tension in the cable is 33.6 kN. (a) What is the acceleration of the elevator? (b) If at some point in the motion the velocity of the elevator is 1...

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Q: Approximately what is the total energy of the neutrino emitted when

Approximately what is the total energy of the neutrino emitted when / decays by electron capture?

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Q: Repeat Problem 37 for an operating frequency of 98.7 Hz

Repeat Problem 37 for an operating frequency of 98.7 Hz. (a) What is the phase angle for this circuit? (b) Draw the phasor diagram. (c) What is the resonant frequency for this circuit?

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Q: A room air conditioner causes a temperature change of −6.

A room air conditioner causes a temperature change of −6.0°C. (a) What is the temperature change in kelvins? (b) What is the temperature change in °F?

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Q: Explain why the molar specific heat of a diatomic gas such as

Explain why the molar specific heat of a diatomic gas such as O2 is larger than that of a monatomic gas such as Ne.

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