Velocity of Ball: Up or Down Slope?

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In summary, the velocity of a ball rolling up an incline will decrease due to gravity, while the velocity of a ball rolling down a slope will increase. The velocity is affected by factors such as the angle and surface of the slope, mass of the ball, and external forces. It can be calculated using the equation v = √(2gh) assuming no external forces besides gravity. The velocity can never remain constant as external forces will always cause it to change.
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Why velocity of ball(object) increases when it rools down a downward sloping plane and it decreases when it rolles on a upward sloping plane
 
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In the former case the component of gravity along the plane is in the direction of the velocity; in the latter case it is opposing it.
 
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FAQ: Velocity of Ball: Up or Down Slope?

1. What is the velocity of a ball rolling up an incline?

The velocity of a ball rolling up an incline will decrease as it moves up the slope due to the force of gravity pulling it down. The velocity will also depend on the angle of the incline, the mass of the ball, and any other external forces acting on it.

2. How does the velocity of a ball rolling down a slope compare to rolling up a slope?

The velocity of a ball rolling down a slope will increase as it moves down due to the force of gravity pulling it in that direction. The velocity will also depend on the angle of the slope, the mass of the ball, and any other external forces acting on it.

3. What factors affect the velocity of a ball rolling on a slope?

The velocity of a ball rolling on a slope is affected by various factors such as the angle of the slope, the mass of the ball, the surface of the slope, and any external forces acting on the ball (such as friction or air resistance).

4. How can the velocity of a ball rolling on a slope be calculated?

The velocity of a ball rolling on a slope can be calculated using the equation v = √(2gh), where v is the velocity, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is the height of the slope. This equation assumes that there is no external force acting on the ball besides gravity.

5. Can the velocity of a ball rolling on a slope ever be constant?

No, the velocity of a ball rolling on a slope will always be changing due to the force of gravity pulling it down or the slope pushing it up. The only way for the velocity to remain constant is if there are no external forces acting on the ball, which is not possible in real-world situations.

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