Math Problem Statement

The kinetic energy K of an object depends on its mass m and its velocity v. The formula for kinetic energy = 1/2 mc2. Rearrange the formula to write the mass m in terms of K and v, where v ≠ 0.

Solution

The given formula for kinetic energy KK is:

K=12mv2K = \frac{1}{2} m v^2

To solve for mm (mass) in terms of KK and vv, follow these steps:

  1. Start with the formula: K=12mv2K = \frac{1}{2} m v^2

  2. Multiply both sides of the equation by 2 to eliminate the fraction: 2K=mv22K = m v^2

  3. Solve for mm by dividing both sides by v2v^2 (since v0v \neq 0): m=2Kv2m = \frac{2K}{v^2}

Thus, the mass mm in terms of the kinetic energy KK and the velocity vv is:

m=2Kv2m = \frac{2K}{v^2}

Do you have any questions or would you like further details?

Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. How does kinetic energy change if the velocity of an object doubles?
  2. If the mass of an object increases while its velocity remains constant, how does that affect its kinetic energy?
  3. What is the kinetic energy of a 5 kg object moving at 10 m/s?
  4. How would you derive the formula for velocity in terms of KK and mm?
  5. How does the kinetic energy formula relate to potential energy?

Tip: Kinetic energy depends quadratically on velocity, meaning that even small changes in velocity significantly affect the energy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Kinetic Energy
Physics Formulas

Formulas

K = 1/2 mv^2
m = 2K/v^2

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12