Hemisphere Definition and 160 Threads

The Western Hemisphere is a geographical term for the half of Earth which lies west of the prime meridian (which crosses Greenwich, London, United Kingdom) and east of the antimeridian. The other half is called the Eastern Hemisphere. In geopolitical terms, the context in which the term is most often used, the Encyclopedia Britannica defines it as "North and South America and the surrounding waters. Longitudes 20°W and 160°E are often considered its boundaries." It may be used in a cultural or geopolitical sense as a synonym for the "New World".

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  1. J

    A particle slides down a non-fixed hemisphere

  2. C

    B Question about volume of a sphere

    Hello everyone, I was trying to find volume of a sphere by doing some calculus, the area of a circle is ##{\pi}r^2## So I thought I would calculate the volume of one hemisphere and then multiply by two, but I got a different result than the standard formula, the standard formula is ##\frac 4 3...
  3. the_fater

    Multipole Expansion for Two Charged Hemispheres

    My thought: First of all, I find the upper hemisphere (with a total charge +Q): ##ρ(\vec r)=\frac {V} {Q}## where V is the volume of the upper hemisphere = ## \frac {2} {3} \pi R^3##. Secondly, find the lower hemisphere (with a total charge −Q): ##ρ(\vec r)=\frac {V} {Q}## where V is the volume...
  4. milkism

    Method of Images, combination of an infinite plane and a hemisphere

    Problem: I have done part a) in spherical polar coordinates. For part b) I thought it would be just: $$\sigma = -\epsilon_0 \frac{\partial V}{\partial r}$$ But I got confused by "You may want to use different coordinate systems .." So I assume partial derivative w.r.t to r is the spherical...
  5. G

    Which hemisphere is the observer?

    TL;DR Summary: Astro Olympiad Problem determining the latitude of an observer from a picture taken. Well this question and answer are really confusing. There are no cardinal directions labelled on the picture. However because the Sun and the Moon should move on a circular path, the left side...
  6. C

    Conservation of Energy with Mass on Hemisphere

    I tried approaching this question like this: F_N - mgcos(theta) = -mR(theta_dot)^2 and theta_dot = v/R since R is constant F_N = m(gcos(theta) - (v - v_0)^2/R) (with v being final velocity and v_0 being the initial velocity from the impulse) and then using energy conservation: at t = 0: E =...
  7. ermia

    Electric field of a part of a hemisphere

    I tried gauss law. And the fact that if alpha is less than pi/2 we can say that we have two parts with angle alpha and one other part which has a normal field at the center. But non of them helped me answer. The problem's solution says that we can use the fact that our section has longitudinal...
  8. brotherbobby

    Spirit evaporating from a bowl

    Problem statement : I draw the problem statement above. I hope I am correct in inferring that the bowl is hemispherical. Attempt : I could not attempt to the solve the problem. We are given that the rate of change (decrease) in volume is proportional to the surface area ...
  9. S

    Volume of pyramid formed by center of 5 spheres inside a hemisphere

    Let the radius of the small sphere = r 3r = 1 → r = 1/3 ##x=\sqrt{4r^2-r^2}=r\sqrt{3}## Volume of pyramid: $$=\frac{1}{3} \times (2r\sqrt{3})^2 \times r$$ $$=\frac{4}{27}$$ So m + n = 31, but the answer is 29. I guess my mistake is assuming line AB is tangent to the top sphere. How to do...
  10. L

    A sphere rolling without slipping down a hemisphere

    a) From impulse-momentum theorem I have: ##J=mv## so ##v=\frac{J}{m}## and since the ball doesn't slip ##v=\Omega b## so ##\Omega=\frac{J}{mb}## and ##\dot{\theta}=\frac{v}{a+b}=\frac{\Omega b}{a+b}##. b) I considered the angular impulse: ##-J(a+b)=I_0 \Omega_0 \Rightarrow...
  11. kshitij

    How to find centroid of a hemisphere using Pappus's centroid theorem?

    I recently learned how to calculate the centroid of a semi-circular ring of radius ##r## using Pappus's centroid theorem as ##\begin{align} &4 \pi r^2=(2 \pi d)(\pi r)\nonumber\\ &d=\frac {2r}{\pi}\nonumber \end{align}## Where ##d## is the distance of center of mass of the ring from its base...
  12. G

    To find the weight of a hemisphere

    Could I please ask for help with the following question: A uniform lamina of weight W is in the shape of a triangle ABC with AB = AC = 2a and the angle BAC equal to 2ᾳ. The side AB is fixed along a diameter of a uniform solid hemisphere of radius a. The plane of the lamina being perpendicular...
  13. BWV

    Record low flu season in Southern Hemisphere

    https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/flu-season-never-came-to-the-southern-hemisphere/?fbclid=IwAR3zGYGiCx8jdZDJ36n-ySRwsgTUNonhVhWwBfUkEUdfdQPGtxEg-acetlw
  14. Hamiltonian

    Finding the center of mass of a solid hemisphere

    for this derivation, I decided to think of the solid hemisphere to be made up of smaller hemispherical shells each of mass ##dm## at their respective center of mass at a distance r/2 from the center of the base of the solid hemisphere. also, I have taken the center of the base of the solid...
  15. Tony Hau

    The potential of a sphere with opposite hemisphere charge densities

    Here is what the solution says: As usual, quote the general potential formula: $$V(r,\theta)=\sum_{l=0}^{\infty}(A_lr^l+\frac{B_l}{r^{l+1}})P_l(cos\theta)$$ The potential outside the sphere is: $$V(r,{\theta})=\sum_{l=0}^{\infty}\frac{B_l}{r^{l+1}}P_l(cos\theta)$$, which makes sense to me...
  16. P

    Electrix flux through a hemisphere

    My attempt is for part a a. The electric field is into the base of the hemisphere and the area vector is coming out of the base Θ=180 Area of base of the hemisphere is = π * r^2; Hence the electric flux ∅ = ∫ E.dA; ∅ = E*π*(0.0568^2)*cos(180) = -2.5*π*0.00322= - 0.0253N.m2/C; b. For the part...
  17. ?

    Solving Toppling Hemisphere Problem with Momentum & Angular Momentum

    I emphasise again that this is a problem I created myself to better my understanding of moments of inertia and angular momentum. My latest approach: The method of successive approximations - Separate the hemisphere into a part with positive horizontal velocity and a part with negative...
  18. ?

    I Toppling a Hemisphere: Solving for Kinetic Energy in a Delicate Collision

    Hello, So I've been toying with the following problem and I'd really appreciate some feedback and advice. The problem statement (as unambiguous as I can make it): A solid hemisphere is placed on a horizontal ledge so that its center is directly above the edge, fixed there by a delicate thread...
  19. ju456one

    How do you calculate the work required to pump water out of a hemisphere tank?

    <Moderator's note: Moved from a technical forum and thus no template.> > The tank (hemisphere) is full of water. Using the fact that the weight of water is 62.4 lb/ft3, find the work required to pump the water out of the outlet. The radius of the hemisphere is 10. ##V =\pi x^2 h## using the...
  20. Matt Raj

    Where Does the Ball Become Airborne?

    Homework Statement There is an object at the top of a frictionless hemispherical hill with radius R. t time t=0, it is given a small impulse so that it starts sliding down the hill. Find the height from the ground where the ball becomes airborne. Express your answer in terms of R. Homework...
  21. B

    Stargazing Southern hemisphere flickering orange/green star

    Hey, I was in my backyard and I noticed a star that was flickering orange, green and white, at about 30 degrees above the horizon, at 8:27 AEST in the afternoon on 20/11. Is it a star or a satellite, and more specifically, which one?
  22. Krushnaraj Pandya

    Radiation force on a solid hemisphere

    Homework Statement A perfectly reflecting solid hemisphere of radius R is placed in the path of a parallel beam of light of large aperture, if the beam carries an intensity I, what is the force exerted by the beam on the hemisphere? Homework Equations radiation pressure=I(1+ro)(cos^2(x))/c I...
  23. navneet9431

    Need help in finding COM of a hollow hemisphere

    Homework Statement Hey everyone, I'm studying for my physics and came across a question for the COM of a hemisphere.I made my attempt to calculate the COM. Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution I tried to calculate the y coordinate of COM this way,please go through it- But,I am...
  24. N

    Minimum Initial Speed for Ball to Clear Hemispherical Rock

    Homework Statement A person standing at the top of a hemispherical rock of radius R kicks a ball (initially at rest on the top of the rock) to give it horizontal velocity ##v_i##. What must be its minimum initial speed if the ball is never to hit the rock after it is kicked? Homework Equations...
  25. Another

    How to find the volume of a hemisphere on top of a cone

    Volume of hemi-sphere = ∫ ∫ ∫ r2 sinθ dr dθ dφ i thing (r < r < (r + R)cosθ ) ( 0 < θ < 60 = π/6) and ( 0 < φ < 2π) integral = 2π ∫ ⅓r3 sin θ dθ = 2π ∫ ⅓ [((r+R)cosθ)3 - r3] sin θ dθ i don't know how to find volume of hemi-spere
  26. brioches

    Converting Area to Volume: A Spherical Coordinate Approach

    Homework Statement A hemispherical surface of radius b = 61 m is fixed in a uniform electric field of magnitude E0 = 3 V/m as shown in the figure. The x-axis points out of the screen. Enter the general expression for an infinitesimal area element dA in spherical coordinates (r, θ, φ) using...
  27. PeppaPig

    Image distance from the hemisphere lens

    Homework Statement As shown in the figure, the distance between the object and hemisphere lens is R0. The hemisphere lens radius is R0. Find the distance between the image and the flat side of the lens if observing from the curved side of the lens. Refractive index of glass and air are n and...
  28. C

    The length of a pendulum that is equivalent to a rocking hemisphere

    Homework Statement A solid sphere is cut in half and a homogeneous hemisphere of radius r and mass M is set upon a table(with its flat side up). The surface of the table is perfectly rough. The hemisphere rocks back and forth with small amplitude excursions from equilibrium. What is the length...
  29. N

    Buoyancy of a sealed hemisphere underwater

    Homework Statement You have a hemisphere, like half a ping pong ball for example, sitting in a cup under a few centimeters of water. The hemisphere is sealed to the bottom so that no water can get underneath it. What is the buoyant force the hemisphere experiences? Homework Equations P = P0 +...
  30. BillTre

    Big Zika Decline in the Western Hemisphere

    Cases of Zika virus infections (some of which are associated with newborn brain damage) have declined to an unexpected degree in North, South and Central Americas. For example: local transmission in the US went from 224 last year to 1 this year. Article above discusses why?
  31. Kara386

    Calculate acceleration due to gravity of hemisphere

    Homework Statement This isn't actually a coursework problem, but I can't solve it and I'd definitely be interested in the answer! The acceleration due to gravity at the surface of a uniform, spherical asteroid is ##g_0##. Half of the asteroid is destroyed in a collision, leaving only a...
  32. U

    B Integrating to find surface area/volume of hemisphere

    To find the surface area of a hemisphere of radius ##R##, we can do so by summing up rings of height ##Rd\theta## (arc length) and radius ##r=Rcos(\theta)##. So the surface area is then ##S=\int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}}2\pi (Rcos(\theta))Rd\theta=2\pi R^2\int_0^{\frac{\pi}{2}}cos(\theta)d\theta=2\pi...
  33. E

    Normal force on slipping hemisphere

    Homework Statement A hemispherical bowl of mass m and radius R is placed on a rough horizontal surface. Initially the centre C of the bowl is vertically above the point of contact with the ground(see figure). Now the bowl is released from rest. Find the normal force acting on the hemisphere...
  34. J

    Calculating Surface Tension Force in a Hemispherical Water Bulge

    I have a 8mm diameter glass tube willed with water that have a bulge outward above the top. I know that the preasure inside the bulge is higher than the outside (not postive as to why, probably due to it being in a liquid compare to the atmophere) the question is: 1. how do I calculate the...
  35. DoubleE7

    Electric field at the center of a hemisphere

    Homework Statement What is the electric field at the center of a hemisphere bounded by r=a, 0<θ<pi/2 / and 0<∅< 2pi with a uniform surface charge density? Homework Equations (1/4piε0) ∫ p(r') ((r-r')/[r-r']^3) dr' The Attempt at a Solution Forgive my formatting ds= (r^2)sinθdθd∅ (In direction...
  36. U

    Electric field at centre of a hollow hemisphere shell.

    Homework Statement Homework Equations ' The Attempt at a Solution Please excuse the poor writing. I believe it should be legible enough, but if you have any questions, i'll clarify or rewrite it. Please excuse the poor writing. I believe it should be legible enough, but if you have any...
  37. ATY

    A Deriving Ekman Transport in the Southern Hemisphere

    Hey guys, I got this problem: We had the derivation of the ekman transport today in class. And what I wondered about is this: Usually the equation for the ekman transport looks similar to this (depends on the author) u = V_0 e^{az} cos(\frac{\pi}{4}+az) v = V_0 e^{az} sin(\frac{\pi}{4}+az)...
  38. F

    How to Apply Stoke's Theorem on a Hemispherical Surface?

    Homework Statement In the first and second photo , it's stated earlier that the C is the boundary of surface on xy plane , but in the question in the 3rd picture , it's not stated that the C is on which surface , so , how to do this question ? For ∫F.dr , i am not sure how to get r , coz i am...
  39. J

    I Hamiltonian for mass on a smooth fixed hemisphere

    I am trying to figure out how to get the Hamiltonian for a mass on a fixed smooth hemisphere. Using Thorton from example 7.10 page 252 My main question is about the Potential energy= mgrcosineθ is the generalized momenta Pdotθ supposed to be equal to zero because θ is cyclic? Or is Pdotθ=...
  40. S

    Velocity of Bead Relative to Wedge on a Smooth Hemispherical Surface

    Homework Statement A bead of mass m kept at the top of a smooth hemispherical wedge of mass M and radius R is gently pushed towards right.As a result,the wedge slides due left.Find the magnitude of velocity of bead relative to the wedge. Homework Equations $$MV=m(v\cos(\theta)-V)$$ and...
  41. RedDelicious

    Use Gauss's Law to find the charge contained in the solid hemisphere

    Homework Statement edit: I had put this in the calculus section because it was a problem from Stewart but I guess it's closer to a physics problem considering the use of Gauss's Law. My apologies for any confusion this my [/B] I've been trying to do this problem without making use of the...
  42. V

    Equilibrium and Force on Lower Hemisphere

    Homework Statement Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution Using the fact that the sphere is in equilibrium in the 'y' direction , the force exerted by the floor N = 2mg . Now , if I consider the lower hemisphere then , vertical force exerted by top hemisphere + weight of lower...
  43. Jadaav

    Designing a reflection sundial for the southern hemisphere

    Hello, My aim is to build a small reflecting sundial as designed by Sir Isaac Newton. I found from a website that it consists of a ceiling and a small mirror. What I want to know is how it works, the concepts behind it and how to build one. It's for an undergraduate project that I've got...
  44. vishnu kumar

    I Earth rotation different in hemisphere

    Why Earth rotates from West to East in southern hemisphere and East to West in northern hemisphere?? Is this true,if yes then explain please.
  45. G

    "Build the best boat" with given area

    Hi. Given the area, what is the shape of an infinitely thin surface that can carry maximal load on water, i.e. has the best buoyancy just before water gets in? Is it the hemisphere?
  46. A

    What Causes a Ball to Roll Off a Hemisphere?

    Homework Statement A ball is rolling along a frictionless hemisphere with radius R. The question asks about when will the ball rolls off the hemisphere. I understand that this happens when the normal force vanishes. But I am also wondering what if the normal force provided by the hemisphere...
  47. I

    Help with Past Exam Question on Rolling Disk on Hemisphere

    Homework Statement Hoping to outdo his physics professor, Doofus wants to dramatically demonstrate parabolic motion by throwing a cheese wheel of massm and radius r off of the top of the UW observatory, which is at a height 3R above the roof of the physics building, as shown in the diagram...
  48. brotherbobby

    Gravitational field of a hemisphere

    Please see the attached file if I have calculated the gravitational field g at the centre of a hemisphere correctly.
  49. qq545282501

    Volume inside a hemisphere and a cylinder

    Homework Statement use spherical coordinates to find the volume of the solid inside the hemisphere z= √(25-x^2-y^2) and bounded laterally by the cylinder x^2+y^2=4 Homework Equations x=rcosθ =ρsinφcosθ , y=rsinθ =ρsinφsinθ z=ρcosφ r= ρsinφ The Attempt at a Solution I divided the solid into 2...
  50. K

    Stable Equilibrium of Stacked Hemispheres

    Homework Statement A solid hemisphere of radius b has its flat surface glued to a horizontal table. A second solid hemisphere of different radius a rests on top of the first one so that the curved surfaces are in contact. The surfaces of the hemispheres are rough (meaning that no slipping occurs...
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