How would changing the mass of a bat affect a player’s ability to swing the bat and adjust the path of the bat to hit a moving baseball or softball?

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Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

The answer to that question is "both," though past players tend to have used heavier bats than do today's players. Baseball's "king of swat" Babe Ruth reportedly began his hitting career using a 54 ounce (1.5 kg) hickory bat, and is known to have used a 40oz bat in 1927 when he hit his 60 home runs.[1] Ty Cobb and Joe Di Maggio both played with 42oz bats and Rogers Hornsby used a 50oz piece of lumber. George Sisler, playing for the St. Louis Browns in the 1920's, made his bat heavier by hammering Victrola needles into the barrel of his bat.[2] In the 1950's Cincinnati Reds' Ted Kluszeski hammered tenpenny nails into his bat to make it heavier.

Other great hitters including Ted Williams, Rod Carew and Stan Musial used much lighter bats: 31-33oz.[1] Roger Maris used a 33oz bat to hit his 61 home runs in 1961. Many players have tried to make their bats lighter by drilling a hole in the barrel and filling it with cork. Detroit Tigers' Norm Cash admitted to using a corked bat in 1961 when he won the batting title with a .361 average (though he slumped to .243 the next year with the same corked bat).[2]

Kirkpatrick[3] reports that Roger Maris participated in a 1962 experiment in which he batted for distance with 5 different new bats whose weights varied from 33 to 47oz. He hit 5 long fly balls with each bat and the distances were measured and correlated to bat weight. The heavier bats, on average, resulted in further distance. However, Maris' preferred bat (which he used to break Babe Ruth's home run record) was the lightest of the set, even though it produced the shortest distance fly balls. Mark McGwire used a 35oz bat to hit his 70 home runs in 1998, and Barry Bonds used a 32oz bat to hit his 73 home runs in 2001. Most of today's major league players typically use 31-35oz bats.

Physicists have shown,[3,4] from a simple collision analysis, that the optimum bat weight is between 15 and 18oz. However, no professional batter uses a bat this light (in fact, you cannot make a wood bat this light). NCAA regulations[x] recently imposed a -3 rule (length in inches minus weigh in ounces cannot exceed 3) so that 34 inch bats must weigh 31oz. So far no such rule exists for Little League play, and -12 composite bats were introduced for the 2003 season. This brings us back to our original questions: which is better: heavier or lighter bats? So, what is the optimum bat weight, and what criteria influence this choice? Let's start by looking at the collision between ball and bat.


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explain why you are always accelerating when you ride a merry go round even though the speed of the merry go round does not change?

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Because you are constantly changing direction it means there is a constant force acting on you and that means you are accelerating.

You row a boat perpendicular to the shore of a river that flows at 3 m/s. The velocity of your boat is 4 m/s relative to the water. What is the velocity of your boat relative to the shore?

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Answer:

The velocity vBW of the boat relative to the water is 4.0 m/s, directed perpendicular to the current, as in Figure 3.18.

Explanation:

The boat is perpendicular to the shore. Then the net velocity of the boat with respect to river is 5 m/s. The observer feels like the boat is moving slower than they appear actually.

What is relative velocity ?

Relative velocity is velocity of an object measured with respect to other object which can be of stationary or moving with a speed. Thus speed relative to another object is called the relative velocity.

The relative velocity is what's the speed for an observer but it differs from actual velocity. Sometimes it may slower or faster depending on the object with which a we are relating the speed.

Given that the speed of the boat = 4 m/s

speed of river = 3 m/s.

Both are perpendicular and the net velocity of the boat is :

r = √(3² + 4²) = 5 m/s.

Hence, the velocity of the boat relative to the shore will be 5 m/s.

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calculate your power in watts if you do 500 N*m of work picking up a dumbbell,and takes 5 s to perform that task?​

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Answer:

100watts

Explanation:

Given parameters:

Workdone  = 500Nm

Time taken = 5s

Unknown:

Power in watts = ?

Solution:

Power is the rate at which work is done;

   Power  =[tex]\frac{workdone }{time}[/tex]

Input the parameters and solve;

   Power = [tex]\frac{500}{5}[/tex]  = 100watts

If you run east for 38m, stop suddenly, run another 27m east, then you run west for 47
m, what is your total displacement?
how to answer: #m, direction

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Answer:

Total Displacement = -18m

Explanation:

Given

East Movement = 38m and 27m

West Movement = 47m

Required

Determine the total displacement

To answer this, we consider east as negative direction and the west as positive (using logics of number line).

Total Displacement = East Movement + West Movement

Total Displacement = -38m - 27m + 47m

Total Displacement = -18m

Hence, the total displacement is 18m towards East

Which of the following is NOT an undefined term?
A. Line
B. Point
C. Line Segment
D. Plane

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C - line segment im not sure but im guessing that's the answer if that's helps.

The X-axis of a position-time graph represents

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Answer:

The motion of an object can be represented by a position-time graph like Graph 1 in the Figure below. In this type of graph, the y-axis represents position relative to the starting point, and the x-axis represents time

Explanation:

A dump truck is moving at a constant velocity of 30 m/s.
Which of the following statements accurately describes the truck?

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Answer: According to Newton’s 1st law, the truck must be in equilibrium.

Mr. Mehta cut several 275-centimeter lengths of wallpaper to put in his
dining room. How many meters long was each piece of wallpaper?

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Answer:

2.75 meters.

Explanation:

1 meter = 100 centimeters.

There are 275 centimeters.

275/100=2.75

So, each piece of wallpaper was 2.75 meters long.

Answer:

Think

Explanation:

A cat sits on a high brance. what kind of energy does it possess? (APEX)
A. Kinetic
B. Chemical
C. Potential
D. Nuclear ​

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Answer:

C. Potential Energy ...............

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But first, answer the question below!!!

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The equation for work is W=(F)(D)
Given:
F= 60N
D= 20m
Therefore, the correct equation with substitution is W=(60N)(20m)

Which statement explains the similarity between momentum and kinetic energy of an object?
A. Both are inversely proportional to the mass and velocity of the object.
B. Both are directly proportional to the mass and velocity of the object.
C. Both are inversely proportional to force and displacement.
D. Momentum is directly proportional to the mass of the object and the square of the velocity of the object.
E. Kinetic energy is directly proportional to the mass of the object and the square of the velocity of the object.

Please help asap

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Answer:

B. Both are directly proportional to the mass and velocity of the object.

Answer:

E. Kinetic energy is directly proportional to the mass of the object and the square of the velocity of the object.

Explanation:

I just took the test and it was right. Trust me on this one

A cyclist travels 10,000 meters at a speed of 2.5 m/sec. How long will it take to complete the trip?

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Explanation:

we know that

speed= distance ×time

so

time = distance/speed

time= 10000/2.5

time= 4000 seconds

Answer: 4000 seconds, or about 67 minutes. Explanation: Plug the numbers into the equation to solve the problem: (total distance)/(distance per second) = total seconds. 10,000m/2.5m = 4000 seconds.

why can't you run from momentum ?

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Two kids walk through the woods discussing momentum. I mean, who wouldn’t?
Okay, fine. It’s a basic introduction to the concept of momentum.

2. The dust usually sticks ton TV iscreen because dust
A. Falls on the TV screen
B.Particles are metallic conductors
C.Is attracted by magnets in the TV screen
D. Is attracted
by static charges on the TV scien.​

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Answer:c

Explanation:

Problem #2: An apple is thrown upward with an initial velocity of +24.0 m/s. a. Sketch the apple's trip and label what you know. b. How high will the apple go? (Ans: +29.4 m) c. What is the total time needed for the apple to return to its original position? (Ans: 4.90 s)

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Answer:

The answer is below

Explanation:

a) The initial velocity (u) = 24 m/s

We can solve this problem using the formula:

v² = u² - 2gh

where v = final velocity, g= acceleration due to gravity = 9.8 m/s², h = height.

At maximum height, the final velocity = 0 m/s

v² = u² - 2gh

0² = 24² - 2(9.8)h

2(9.8)h = 24²

2(9.8)h = 576

19.6h = 576

h = 29.4 m

b) The time taken to reach the maximum height is given as:

v = u - gt

0 = 24 - 9.8t

9.8t = 24

t = 2.45 s

The total time needed for the apple to return to its original position = 2t = 2 * 2.45 = 4.9 s

What is the energy of a 478 kg object that is moving with a speed of 15 m/s

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I’m sorry if I get this wrong but I’m pretty sure it’s 31.8

How far will a 600kg boat travel in 12 s if there is a constant 900N force on it and it starts from rest?

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Answer:

d = 108 m

Explanation:

Given that,

Initial speed, u = 0

Mass of the boat, m = 600 kg

Time, t = 12 s

Force on boat, F = 900 N

Firstly, we can find the acceleration of the boat using formula, F = ma

[tex]a=\dfrac{F}{m}\\\\a=\dfrac{900\ N}{600\ kg}\\\\a=1.5\ m/s^2[/tex]

Let it will travel d distance. Using second equation of motion to find it as follows :

[tex]d=ut+\dfrac{1}{2}at^2\\\\d=0+\dfrac{1}{2}\times 1.5\times (12)^2\\\\d=108\ m[/tex]

So, the boat will travel 108 m.

в горизонтальном положении бревно длиной 18 м можно уравновесить на подставке, отстоящей на 3 м от его толстого конца. Если же подставка находится в 6 м от толстого конца, и на тонкий конец сядет рабочий массой 60 кг, то бревно снова будет в равновесии. Определите массу бревна.

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Ответ:

90кг

Пояснение:

Найдите эскиз прилагаемой схемы. Масса бревна M размещается на отметке 3 см от толстого конца, а стержень размещается на отметке 6 см от массы бревна.

Согласно принципу момента, сумма момента по часовой стрелке равна сумме момента против часовой стрелки.

Вес корпуса в более тонкой части W = мг

W = 60 × 10 = 600 Н

Момент по часовой стрелке = 600 × 9

CW момент = 5400 Нм

Момент против часовой стрелки = M × 6

Момент ACW = 6M

Уравнять оба момента

6M = 5400

М = 5400/6

М = 900Н

Масса бревна = 900/10

Масса бревна = 90кг

If an object is moving with constant acceleration, its velocity must

a
change by varying amounts depending on its speed.
b
always decrease.
c
be constant also.
d
change by the same amount each second.

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change by the same amount each second. i think

Red blood cells need iron. They store iron and typically contain more iron than the fluid around them does. Which action would show the blood cells doing active transport?

A.pushing iron out
B.bringing iron in
C.swelling
D.shrinking

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B


This is because the particles are going against the concentration gradient. From an area of low concentration to a higher concentration using energy.

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B . bringing iron in

HELLO! Please Help me.
I can't do it! it's Science ​

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Answer:

9V

Explanation:

V=IR

V=2.5*3.6

V=9

Answer:

9V

Explanation:

V =IR

V =2.5 * 3.6

V = 9V

What will most likely occur if sulfur forms an ionic bond with another element?
A. Sulfur will accept electrons.
B. Sulfur will donate electrons
C. Sulfur will become a positive ion.
D. Sulfur will become less stable.

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the answer is A:)
it’s “A” because it will most likely occur if sulfur forms an ionic bond with the elements
The right answer is “A”

are eggs a element, a compound, or a mixture

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Answer:

I'm gonna go with compund

Answer: a mixture because it is made out of some other substances.

Explanation:

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The spacecraft OSIRIS-REx is currently orbiting Bennu at an average distance from its center of mass of 1000 meters. At this distance, it takes 24 hours and 57 minutes to complete one orbit. What is its average orbital velocity?

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Answer:

v = 0.0251 km/h

Explanation:

Given that,

The average distance from its center of mass of 1000 meters.

The time taken is  24 hours and 57 minutes to complete one orbit

We need to find the orbital velocity of the spacecraft OSIRIS-REx.Let it is v. SO,

[tex]v=\dfrac{2\pi r}{t}[/tex]

Putting all the values,

[tex]v=\dfrac{2\pi \times 100}{24\ hours\ and\ 57\ minutes}\\\\v=\dfrac{2\pi \times 100}{(86400+3420)}\\\\v=0.00699\ m/s[/tex]

or

v = 0.0251 km/h

So, the average orbital velocity is 0.0251 km/h.

Can someone please Help me

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Answer: The answer to 3 to is less inertia. The answer to 4 is large amount of inertia. The answer to 5 is large amount of inertia. The answer to 6 is more fuel. Number 6 is kind of unkown considering I can’t see the other answer but I guess it’s more fuel.

Explanation: Inertia is the resistance of the object to any change in its motion, including a change in direction. An object will stay still or keep moving at the same speed and in a straight line, unless it is acted upon by an external unbalanced force. So when there is more inertia, it’s harder to control, but when it has less inertia, it’s more loose and easier to move around.

Warmer weather caused Galetown to have more severe storms.

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Answer:

it will have to rise higher in the  before the temperature of the air parcel and the surrounding air are equal. Which means the climate has rised

Explanation:

The climate rised

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What forces are included on a free-body diagram for a chosen object?

a.all the forces exerted on or by the object.

b.all the forces exerted by the object, but not on it

c. all the forces exerted on the object, but not by it

d. all forces that exist within the neighborhood of the object​

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Answer:

C

Explanation:

A free-body diagram shows all the forces exerted or applied on an object.

A free-body diagram includes all the forces exerted on or by the object. Hence, option A is correct.

What is a free-body diagram?

A free-body diagram is a diagrammatic representation of a single body or a group of bodies that are separated from their surroundings and display all the forces acting on them. A free-body diagram (FBD; sometimes known as a force diagram) is a graphical representation used in physics and engineering to show the applied forces, moments, and consequent reactions on a body under a specific condition.

It shows a body or group of connected bodies along with all the applied forces, times, and reactions that the body experiences. The body could be compact or comprise several interior pieces (like a truss) (such as a beam). To answer difficult problems, a series of free bodies and other diagrams may be required.

Hence, all the forces exerted on or by the object are included in the free-body diagram.

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Jayden created a cell model using a glass bottle with a cork. He said that the cork could be opened to eliminate waste material that’s generated after digestion in the cell. A number of particles resembling organelles are in the bottle. Which organelle’s function will cause Jayden to open the cork to eliminate waste material?
A. chloroplast
B. cytoplasm
C. nucleus
D. lysosome
E. ribosome

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Answer:

D. lysosome

Explanation:

A. chloroplast  - the role of the chloroplast is to trap light energy and perform photosynthesis

B. cytoplasm  - the cytoplasm is the fluid-filled space inside the cell

C. nucleus  - the nucleus houses the genetic material

D. lysosome  - This is the correct answer. Lysosomes trap and digest waste products in the cell and break them down into reusable components.

E. ribosome - the ribosomes are protein synthesis machines

What is the name of the kind of stretch that involves stretching as far as you can and then holding for 10-30 seconds

Question 2 options:

PNF


ballistic


dynamic


static

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Answer:

Static stretching.

Explanation:

It is static stretching because it is a form of stretching which u can do actively for a period of time and you hold position for about 30 to 60 seconds which allow the muscles and connective tissues to lengthen. It is done after work out with out movement in order to loosen up muscles so as to gain flexibility.

can energy change in physical change

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“Physical changes involve small changes in energy and are easily reversible. A chemical change may involve a decomposition or synthesis reaction. During chemical change, the mass and number of atoms is conserved, but the number of molecules is not always the same. Chemical reactions involve larger changes in energy.” (open stacks) hope this helps!
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