Tension is the pulling force exerted by the rope, which keeps it taut and prevents it from sagging due to its own weight.
Tension can be calculated using the equation T = mg, where T is the tension, m is the mass of the rope, and g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2).
The tension in a hanging massive rope is affected by the mass of the rope, the length of the rope, and the acceleration due to gravity. It is also influenced by external forces such as wind or additional weight added to the rope.
If the rope is cut, the tension will decrease and the rope will no longer be taut. The remaining portion of the rope will still experience tension, but it will be less than the original tension in the full rope.
The angle of the rope can affect the tension by changing the direction of the force. If the rope is at an angle, the tension will be split into horizontal and vertical components. The vertical component will be responsible for supporting the weight of the rope, while the horizontal component will pull on the anchor point, creating tension in that direction as well.