8.2 Using F=ma Flashcards
1
Q
What happens when an object is acted on by two unequal forces acting in opposite directions
A
The object accelerates in the direction of the larger force
resultant force, F1-F2=ma
2
Q
If T is the thrust of a rocket engine when its mass is m and the rocket is moving upwards, its acceleration a is given by…
A
T-mg=ma
3
Q
Equation for calculations for masses on a pulley
A
Mg-mg=(M+m)a
4
Q
Equation for calculations for mass sliding down slope
A
mgsinθ-F0=ma
