Block Sliding on Horizontal Plane & Incline: Speed & Distance Covered

In summary, a block with an initial velocity of 10m/sec slides 4 meters on a horizontal plane before reaching a 35 degree incline with a coefficient of kinetic friction of 0.4. To determine its speed when reaching the incline, we need to calculate the initial velocity (v0) on the horizontal plane, which can be found using the given information and the equation v=vo+at. Since there is no acceleration on the horizontal plane, v0 remains at 10m/sec. Therefore, when it reaches the incline, its speed will still be 10m/sec.To find how far up the incline the block will slide, we can use the equation x=vo*t+1/2
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nguyenn2
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a block slides along a horizontal plane at an initial velocity of 10m/sec. After sliding 4 meters it reaches a 35 degree incline and slides up the hill. the coefficient of kinetic friction is 0.4 for all surfaces.

a) how fast is it going when it reaches the incline?
b) how far up th incline will it slide?
c) what is the total time from start to its highest point?
 
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Since this is a homework question, please show some work before we can help you.
 
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X0=4
Xf=0
V0=10cos35
Vf=?
a=0
t=?
 
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nguyenn2 said:
X0=4
Xf=0
V0=10cos35
Vf=?
a=0
t=?

Is this for the first part? Re-read the question; the block is on a horizontal plane, thus what is the value of v0? Is there a force acting on the block? What does this say about your statement that there is no acceleration?

It's also probably best to let x0=0 and let xf=4.

Think about my questions and the part of the problem you want to answer, and show some work; not just a list of given quantities.
 

FAQ: Block Sliding on Horizontal Plane & Incline: Speed & Distance Covered

1. What is block sliding on a horizontal plane?

Block sliding on a horizontal plane refers to the movement of a block or object on a flat surface with no incline or slope.

2. How does the speed of a block sliding on a horizontal plane affect the distance it covers?

The speed of a block sliding on a horizontal plane directly affects the distance it covers. The faster the speed, the greater the distance covered in a given amount of time. This is due to the fact that the block's speed is directly proportional to its displacement.

3. What factors affect the speed of a block sliding on a horizontal plane?

The speed of a block sliding on a horizontal plane can be affected by various factors such as the weight and mass of the block, the surface friction, and the applied force or energy.

4. What is the difference between block sliding on a horizontal plane and an incline?

The main difference between block sliding on a horizontal plane and an incline is the presence of an angle. A horizontal plane has no angle or slope, while an incline has an angle or slope, which affects the speed and distance covered by the block.

5. How does the angle of an incline affect the speed and distance covered by a sliding block?

The angle of an incline has a significant impact on the speed and distance covered by a sliding block. As the angle increases, the speed of the block also increases, resulting in a greater distance covered. This is due to the increase in the force of gravity acting on the block as it moves down the incline.

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