mechanics Flashcards
1
Q
what is the equation for hooke’s law
A
F=-kx
2
Q
what is the equation for work stored as potential energy in spring (hooke’s law)
A
PE =1/2kx^2
3
Q
explain simple harmonic motion
A
mass attached to spring will always experience a restoring force towards its equilibrium posistion
4
Q
what does it mean for terminal velocity
A
maximal velocity attained by an object as it falls through a fluid (air or water)
5
Q
does friction depend on the area
A
NO
