Derivations Flashcards
1
Q
Derive the wave equation for a stretched string
A
2
Q
Show that the total momentum of an isolated system is constant
A
3
Q
Derive the rocket equation by conservation of momentum
A
4
Q
Derive the parallel axes theorem
A
5
Q
Derive the perpendicular axes theorem
A
6
Q
Derive the gyroscope equation
A
Use grip rule to find direction of angular momentum and torque vectors
7
Q
Derive the relativistic addition of speeds formula
A
8
Q
Derive the formula for the aberration of light
A
9
Q
Derive the relativistic Doppler shift for period
A
10
Q
Derive the kinetic and potential energy density of waves on a stretched string
A
Total energy density can then be found by subbing in the equation of the wave and cancelling terms. Average of sin^2/cos^2=1/2
