In a system of two blocks connected by a spring, if the spring is compressed, what is the condition for equilibrium?
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In a system of two blocks connected by a spring, if the spring is compressed, what is the condition for equilibrium?
Net force acting on the system is zero
Net momentum of the system is constant
Kinetic energy is maximized
Potential energy is minimized
For equilibrium, the net force acting on the system must be zero.
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Q: In a system of two blocks connected by a spring, if the spring is compressed, what is the condition for equilibrium?
Solution: For equilibrium, the net force acting on the system must be zero.
Steps: 5
Step 1: Understand that the system consists of two blocks connected by a spring.
Step 2: Recognize that when the spring is compressed, it exerts a force on both blocks.
Step 3: Identify that for the system to be in equilibrium, the forces acting on each block must balance out.
Step 4: Realize that the force exerted by the spring on one block must equal the force exerted by the spring on the other block, but in opposite directions.
Step 5: Conclude that the net force acting on the entire system (both blocks) must be zero for equilibrium to be achieved.
