Question

Consider a uniform gravitational field (a fair approximation near the surface of a planet). Find the value of u(yf)-u(y0) by evaluating the integral ∫yfy0fƒ— g ⋅ dsƒ— , where fƒ— g=-mgj^ and dsƒ— =dyj^.

Answer 1

To find the value of u(yf)-u(y0) in a uniform gravitational field, evaluate the given integral.

Step-by-step explanation:

To find the value of u(yf)-u(y0) by evaluating the integral ∫yfy0f g · ds, where f g=-mgj^ and ds=dyj^.

1. First, substitute the values of f g and ds into the integral.
2. Integrate the resulting expression over the given limits of yf and y0.
3. Simplify the integral and solve for the value of u(yf)-u(y0).