Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]
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- Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1]
- Subject
- Physics
- Chapter
- Rotational Mechanics
Concepts Of Physics MCQ Edition [Volume 1] · Physics · Rotational Mechanics
A sphere begins rolling down an incline with an inclination θ ....
A sphere begins rolling down an incline with an inclination . Determine the speed of its centre once it has travelled a distance .
Options
- A
- B
- C
- D
Correct answer
C.
Step-by-step solution
By conservation of mechanical energy, the loss in potential energy equals the gain in kinetic energy.
For a solid sphere, the moment of inertia is .
For pure rolling, .
The vertical distance fallen is .
Substituting these values into the energy equation:
For a solid sphere, the moment of inertia is .
For pure rolling, .
The vertical distance fallen is .
Substituting these values into the energy equation: