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Give the unit of energy, using only the base SI units kg, m and s.

If asked to give the units of some complicated quantity in more basic units, try to think of a physical equation you know that relates the complicated quantity (i.e. energy, units J) to other quantitie...

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What is the difference between acceleration, speed and velocity?

Speed is the rate of change of distance(basically how much distance(m) has been covered in a particular time(s)). Velocity is the rate of change of displacement( change of distance in a particular dire...

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On a speed/time graph: a) how would a constant deceleration be illustrated? b) how would you use the graph to calculate total distance travelled?

To be able to answer this question, you must recall the facts about speed/time graphs:- A straight, horizontal line means there is no change in speed- A straight, vertical line means that...

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What is the difference between nuclear fusion and nuclear fission?

This is a common question in A-level physics and a core concept for the course.  

Fission occurs when a heavy nucleus splits into smaller, more stable nuclei, releasing energy in the proc...

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A yacht is sailing through water that is flowing due west at 2m/s. The velocity of the yacht relative to the water is 6m/s due south. The yacht has a resultant velocity of V m/s on a bearing of theta. Find V and theta

First we make a sketch of the situation. Then we notice that V can be found by using Pythagoras. Finally, we find theta using the definition of a tan.

Answered by Kestutis G. Physics tutor
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