A potential energy function for a two-dimensional force is of the form U = 3.21x3 y - 5.79x. Calculate the force that acts at the point (1.47m,1.42m). Enter the x-component first and then the y-component. -2.38×101 N -1.02×101 N
I know in order to find the force components of this energy function you need to derive relative to x and y. Can anyone provide insight to why that is though, perhaps with a real example? I find physics sticks better if I have some sort of example to relate to, rather than mindlessly using equations. Thanks in advance
I know in order to find the force components of this energy function you need to derive relative to x and y. Can anyone provide insight to why that is though, perhaps with a real example? I find physics sticks better if I have some sort of example to relate to, rather than mindlessly using equations. Thanks in advance