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Introductory Uniformly Angularly Accelerated Motion Problem - A CD Player
What is the angular acceleration of a compact disc that turns through 3.25 revolutions while it uniformly slows to a stop in 2.27 seconds?
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Inductance - Review for AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism review inductance, inductors, and self-inductance. The equation for the inductance of an ideal solenoid is derived. The differences between resistance, resistors, resistivity, inductance,...
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Introductory Arc Length Problem - Gum on a Bike Tire
How far does a piece of gum stuck to the outside of a 67 cm diameter wheel travel while the wheel rotates through 149°? A conversion from revolutions to degrees is performed.
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Proving and Explaining Impulse Approximation
Know when and how to use the “Impulse Approximation”.
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Biot-Savart and Ampere's Laws - Review for AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism review of magnetic fields including: the basics of magnetic dipoles, ferromagnetic and paramagnetic materials, the Earth’s B field, magnetic permeability, the magnetic force on a moving charge, the...
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Gravitational Field Introduction
The gravitational field is introduced and illustrated. For a constant field and a non-constant field around a spherical object.
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Simple Harmonic Motion - Velocity and Acceleration Equation Derivations
Deriving the velocity and acceleration equations for an object in simple harmonic motion. Uses calculus.
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Demonstrating Beat Frequency - A Video Project by Bo
Bo teaches us about beat frequency. You get to hear what beats sound like, see the constructive and destructive interference wave forms, and learn a practical application of beats while tuning a guitar.
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Are Linear and Angular Momentum Conserved for a Satellite?
When a satellite is moving along an elliptical orbit, are linear momentum and angular momentum of the satellite conserved?
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Comparing Simple Harmonic Motion to Circular Motion - Demonstration
Demonstrating that Circular Motion, when viewed from the side, is Simple Harmonic Motion.
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Integral Introduction via Work
The definite integral is defined using work. Several simple math examples are worked through. 3 different examples determining area “under” curve are solved. The positive and negative value of area “under” a curve is demonstrated. Want...
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Mechanical Energy of a Satellite in Circular Orbit
The mechanical energy of a satellite in circular orbit is solved for in terms of universal gravitational potential energy. And the velocity of the satellite is compared to escape velocity.
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Frequency vs. Period in Simple Harmonic Motion
Frequency, f, is defined and related to Period, T. Two demonstrations are shown and frequency solved for.
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Apparent Weightlessness Introduction
Learn why astronauts in the International Space Station appear to have no weight.
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Which Will Be First? (Rolling Down an Incline)
A hollow sphere, solid sphere, and thin hoop are simultaneously released from rest at the top of an #incline. Which will reach the bottom first? Assume all objects are of uniform density. #RollingWithoutSlipping
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Slow Motion Rocket Demonstration (Conservation of Momentum)
A water rocket in slow motion is used to demonstrate conservation of linear momentum. https://www.flippingphysics.com/conservation-of-momentum-demonstration.html This is an AP Physics 1 topic.
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Eggs in a Carton Moment of Inertia Problem
Two equal mass eggs are placed at either end in an egg carton of negligible mass. The egg carton is initially rotated about its middle. If the egg carton is now rotated about one end, what is the final moment of inertia of the eggs...
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Work done by a Spring - Deriving Elastic Potential Energy
When we place a 1.00 kg mass on a spring, the end of the spring moves from the 34.4 cm mark to the 30.2 cm mark and comes to rest. (a) What is the spring constant of the spring? (b) What is the work done by the spring on the mass? Want...
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AP Physics 1: Review of Electrostatics
Review of the Electrostatics topics covered in the AP Physics 1 curriculum.
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Angular Accelerations of a Record Player
A record player is plugged in, uniformly accelerates to 45 revolutions per minute, and then is unplugged. The record player (a) takes 0.85 seconds to get up to speed, (b) spends 3.37 seconds at 45 rpms, and then (c) takes 2.32 seconds to...
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Introductory Perfectly Inelastic Collision Problem Demonstration
A perfectly inelastic collision is demonstrated and analyzed.
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Demonstrating Impulse is Area Under the Curve
Demonstrating, measuring and showing Impulse is Area Under the Force vs. Time Curve
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Polarization of Charge
Three demonstrations of polarization of charge are shown. A balloon polarizes a wall, small pieces of paper, and an aluminum can. The difference between conducting and inducting materials is presented.
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The Scalar Nature of Variables in Rotational Motion Equations
An honest look at vectors vs. scalars in rotational motion equations. Want Lecture Notes? Content Times: 0:00 All the equations 0:51 Common mistake 3:28 The correct equations