Question 2: The magnitudes of three vectors are 2 cm, 3 cm and 5 cm, respectively. The directions are at your disposal. Can these vectors…
Question 1: Is it possible to add three vectors of equal magnitudes but different directions to get a null vector? Illustrate with a diagram. Answer…
Vectors and Equilibrium, Conceptual Questions This page consists of solved conceptual questions of Vectors and Equilibrium included in the new course of First Year Physics.…
Question 6: Explain vector product of two vectors. AnswerDefinition of Vector or cross ProductA vector product of two vectors is one which yields a vector quantity.Mathematically,× …
Question 7: A point object acted on by forces of 4N, 5N and 6N is in equilibrium. If 6N force is removed, what is the…
Question 2: What is the minimum number of unequal vectors to result into a null vector? Explain with the help of a diagram.AnswerOn the minimum,…
Question 3: The resultant of two forces, one is double than the other, is perpendicular to the smaller force. What is angle between two forces?AnswerLet…
Question 5: The gravitational force acting on a satellite is always directed towards the center of the earth. Does this force exert torque on the…
Question 6: Explain why do buses and heavy trucks have large steering wheels?AnswerHeavy trucks and buses have more masses. From the law of inertia, we…
Solved conceptual questions on Measurement of First Year PhysicsQ 1Define the number π and show that 2π radians = 360°See answer.Q 2Define the terms error,…