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  1. Why is momentum equal to mass times velocity? - Physics Forums

    Sep 22, 2023 · The discussion revolves around the definition of momentum, specifically why it is expressed as the product of mass and velocity (p = mv) rather than other combinations like mass …

  2. Numerade

    Confusing speed with velocity, neglecting the directional component of velocity. Overlooking that deceleration is still a form of acceleration (negative acceleration). Failing to correctly apply the vector …

  3. Calculating Velocity of a Falling Object with Drag Force

    Aug 1, 2011 · The discussion revolves around calculating the velocity of a falling object experiencing drag force proportional to its velocity. The original poster presents a problem involving forces acting …

  4. Calculating Nozzle Flow Rate To work out the flow rate of water from a nozzle we need to work out the volume in a given period of time. To do this we work out the area of the nozzle and then multiply it by …

  5. Zero Velocty is Constant Velocity? - Physics Forums

    Oct 9, 2015 · The discussion revolves around the concept of constant velocity in physics, particularly addressing the scenario where the velocity of an object is zero. The original poster expresses …

  6. Escape Velocity Question: Why is the final kinetic energy = 0?

    Dec 13, 2020 · The discussion revolves around the concept of escape velocity, specifically addressing why the final kinetic energy of an object is considered to be zero when it reaches an infinite distance …

  7. Velocity divided by Acceleration gives distance? - Physics Forums

    Jun 24, 2016 · The discussion revolves around the relationship between velocity, acceleration, and distance in the context of kinematic equations. Participants explore the implications of dividing …

  8. How to Calculate Flow Rate Using Bernoulli's Equation Without Given ...

    Jul 20, 2010 · The discussion focuses on calculating flow rate using Bernoulli's Equation in a horizontal water main scenario, where the cross-sectional areas are 184 cm² and 45.0 cm², with a gauge …

  9. How Do I Calculate Time with Initial Velocity, Final Velocity, and ...

    Sep 11, 2008 · The context includes basic physics concepts related to constant acceleration and average velocity, with a focus on deriving a formula for time based on these parameters. One …

  10. Find the Initial Velocity and Launch Angle for a Particular Trajectory

    Mar 20, 2018 · The initial Velocity and angle needed to launch a projectile and reach the coordinates (x,y). The maximum height the ball can reach before it starts to head down to the target value should …