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Physics 2 - Activity 1 - Physics Problems

This activity involves solving physics word problems related to electricity. Students are instructed to review formulas for Coulomb's law, electric potential difference, capacitance, electric current, Ohm's law, and resistivity. They then solve a series of word problems applying these formulas and concepts. Finally, students write a reflection on the importance of understanding the formulas, techniques for solving word problems, and how problem solving skills can be useful in real-world applications.

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Physics 2 - Activity 1 - Physics Problems

This activity involves solving physics word problems related to electricity. Students are instructed to review formulas for Coulomb's law, electric potential difference, capacitance, electric current, Ohm's law, and resistivity. They then solve a series of word problems applying these formulas and concepts. Finally, students write a reflection on the importance of understanding the formulas, techniques for solving word problems, and how problem solving skills can be useful in real-world applications.

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ACTIVITY 1: Physics Problems

Applications of physics in machinery and technology can be easy to spot, but there are
calculations behind those specific innovations. In this activity, you will practice solving word
problems based on real-world scenarios.

Goal/Objective:
❏ You should solve word problems related to electricity.

Duration: 1 session

Essential Wiki:
❏ WIKI: What is Physics 2?

You will need:


❏ notebook
❏ pen
❏ scientific calculator
❏ Google Docs

Instructions:
1. Read the WIKI, “What is Physics 2”. Go through the content and be familiar with it.
2. Recall and take note of the formulas for the following Physics concepts:
a. Coulomb’s law
b. Electric potential difference
c. Capacitance
d. Electric Current
e. Ohm’s law
f. Resistivity
3. Solve word problems.
4. Write your reflection paper for this activity.
5. In making your output for this activity, answer the worksheet using Google Docs.
WORKSHEET: Physics Problems
1. Recall and take note of the formulas.

Coulomb’s law Electric potential difference

where
Q1= quantity of charge on object 1 (in where
Coulombs) 𝚫PE= potential energy (in Joules)
Q2 = quantity of charge on object 2 (in Q = charge (in Coulombs)
Coulombs) 𝚫V = electric potential difference (in
d = distance of separation between the Volts)
two objects (in meters)
k = Coulomb's law constant = 8.99×109
N•m2/C2

Capacitance Electric current


𝑄 ∆𝑄
𝐶= 𝑉
𝐼= ∆𝑡
where where
C = capacitance (in Farads) I = electric current (in Ampere)
Q = the charge built up on the 𝚫Q = charge (in Coulombs)
capacitor (in Coulombs) 𝚫t = time (in seconds)
V = voltage difference between two
sides of a capacitor (in Volts)

Ohm’s law Resistivity


𝑉 ρ=𝑅 ·𝐿
𝑅= 𝐼
where
where
ρ = resistivity (in Ω•m)
R = resistance (in Ohm)
R = resistance (in Ohm)
V = electric potential (in Volts)
L = length of wire (in meters)
I = electric current (in Ampere)
Word Problems
Answer the following problems. Write your solution and final answer in the space provided.
The force between two identical charges separated by 1 cm is equal to 90 N. What is the
magnitude of the two charges?

Define the variables:


F = 90 N
q1 = charge of first body
q2 = charge of second body
r = 1 cm
Use the Coulomb’s Law equation

The problem says the two charges are identical, so


q1 = q2 = q
Substitute this into the equation

Since we want the charges, solve the equation for q

Enter the values of the problem for each variable into this equation. Remember to convert 1 cm to
0.01 meters to keep the units consistent.

q = ±1.00×10^-6 Coulombs
This equation has two possible answers. The charges can both be positive or both negative and the
answer will be the same for the repulsive Coulomb force over a distance of 1 cm.
Answer:
Two identical charges of ±1.00×10^-6 Coulombs separated by 1 cm produce a repulsive force of 90 N.

A negatively charged particle (Q = -2 C) moves through a 2000 V loss of electric potential.


Will there be a loss or gain of potential energy?

∆𝑃𝐸 = (𝑄)(𝑉)
= (-2 C) (2000 V)
= (- 4000 J.)

In an electric circuit, a capacitor is holding a charge of 0.500 C. The voltage difference across
the capacitor is 5.00 V. What is the capacitance?
𝑄
C= 𝑉

0.500 𝐶
C= 5.00 𝑉
C = 0.1

Capacitance = 0.1 F

A wire is connected to a battery with a voltage of 5 V. Its resistance is 100 Ohms. What is
current flowing?
𝑉
I= 𝑅

5𝑉
= 100 𝑂ℎ𝑚𝑠 (Ω)
I = 0.05 A (Ampere)

A current of 2.00 A is flowing through an electric circuit. What is the potential difference
across a resistor, with a resistance of 320Ω?

V = (I) (R)
V = (2.00𝐴) (320Ω)

V = 640 V

V = (I) (R)
640 V = (I) (320Ω)

640 𝑉 320
320
= (I) 320

2 = I (Current)

Potential Difference: 640 V

A wire with a resistance of 1.53 k Ω has a length of 1 m and A= 3 cm2. What is its resistivity?

P = gradient × A
𝑅
P= 𝐿 ×A
1.53 Ω 1.53 Ω
P= 2 = 2 = 5100 m^2 × 1𝑚 = 5100 m
3 𝑐𝑚 0.0003 𝑚

P (Resistivity) = 5100 m
REFLECTION PAPER

In not less than three sentences, answer the following questions:


❏ What is the importance of knowing the equations for each concept?
❏ What techniques do you have or may have discovered for answering word problems?
❏ How can these problem solving exercises be helpful in the real world?

ANSWER:

1. Understanding the equations may make it simpler for you to solve word problems.
Equations aid in understanding every problem and the approach taken to solve it. Additionally
provided is information on the precise formula to apply when solving a word issue.

2. I'll respond to word problem no. 2 in response to your query. Because there is no formula
for negative charges in the supplied formula, the reason I said this amount is because of the
negative given or the negative charges. I therefore conducted a website search and later
found a new formula or method for solving this particular issue.

3. Making decisions is necessary to solve issues. Effective problem-solving abilities typically


lead to "happier, more confident, and more autonomous" people. A person develops
resilience when they solve issues on their own or with others. They get the ability to approach
problems from a novel angle.

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