IPC Fall Semester Exam Review - Physics

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What is the formula for calculating acceleration?

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Acceleration (a) = Force (F) / Mass (m)

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If a force of 26 N is applied to two objects, how does mass affect acceleration?

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The object with less mass will have greater acceleration when the same force is applied.

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What is momentum?

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Momentum is the product of an object's mass and its velocity (p = mv).

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How does mass affect momentum?

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An object with greater mass will have greater momentum if moving at the same velocity as a lighter object.

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What is the difference between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion?

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Fission splits nuclei, while fusion combines them.

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What happens to an object's speed when a constant force is applied?

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The object's speed will increase, resulting in acceleration.

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What is the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration?

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According to Newton's second law, force equals mass times acceleration (F = ma).

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What is inertia?

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Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.

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What is the effect of friction on motion?

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Friction opposes motion, causing objects to slow down or stop.

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How can you increase the momentum of an object?

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You can increase momentum by increasing the object's mass or its velocity.