Calculate the work done accelerating a proton

In summary, to calculate the work done accelerating a proton, you need to know the initial and final velocities, as well as the distance over which it was accelerated. The unit of measurement for work is joules (J), and it can be calculated even if the force is not constant using the equation W = ∫Fdx. The work done can be positive or negative depending on the direction of the force and displacement, and it is equal to the change in the proton's kinetic energy.
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bayan
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Hi mates.

I was doing a practice exam and I came across an interesting question.
Calculate the work done accelerating a proton to a speed of [tex]6.00*10^7 ms^-1[/tex] from rest.

Proton mass [tex]=[/tex] [tex]1.67*10^-27[/tex]

How would I go about solving it?
 
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It will just be the kinetic energy of the proton when it has that speed (since it started from rest).
 
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thank you mate :)
 

FAQ: Calculate the work done accelerating a proton

How do you calculate the work done accelerating a proton?

To calculate the work done accelerating a proton, you need to know the initial and final velocities of the proton, as well as the distance over which it was accelerated. You can then use the equation W = 1/2mv2 to calculate the work done, where m is the mass of the proton and v is the change in velocity.

What is the unit of measurement for work?

The unit of measurement for work is joules (J). This is equivalent to 1 kg*m2/s2, or the amount of energy required to move an object with a force of 1 newton (N) over a distance of 1 meter (m).

Can you calculate the work done accelerating a proton if the force is not constant?

Yes, you can still calculate the work done accelerating a proton if the force is not constant. In this case, you would need to use the equation W = ∫Fdx, where F is the varying force and dx is the infinitesimal displacement. This requires knowledge of calculus.

Is the work done accelerating a proton always positive?

No, the work done accelerating a proton can be positive or negative. Positive work is done when the force and the displacement are in the same direction, while negative work is done when the force and the displacement are in opposite directions.

How does the work done accelerating a proton relate to its kinetic energy?

The work done accelerating a proton is equal to the change in its kinetic energy. This is because work is defined as the change in an object's energy, and the kinetic energy of an object is given by 1/2mv2.

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