Physics 1205 Reading Questions
Assignment #9

Chapter 9.3, 9.9 - 9.13

Reading Questions should be submitted electronically using this form. They are due by 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 5, 2008.
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Answer the Reading Questions below. Please answer each question.

1. Why is ΣF = dp/dt a more general statement of Newton's second law than ΣF = ma?

2. Define the center of mass of an object or group of objects.

3. Is the position of the center of mass of a single object always located inside the matter of the object itself?

Yes
No

4. What determines the acceleration of the center of mass of a system of particles?

5. An object is thrown up into the air near the surface of the earth. Neglecting air resistance, what path does the center of mass of the object follow?

6. Define the center of mass reference frame.

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