*. A thin non-uniform rod is 4 meters in length and has a linear density, A (mass per unit length), in kg/m, which is expressed by A = 3 + 5x. In this equation, x is the distance, in meters, from the zero end of the rod. Find the x coordinate of the center of mass of the rod. Sxdm S dm (Hint: Xcom where dm = A dx) %3D

*. A thin non-uniform rod is 4 meters in length and has a linear density, A (mass per unit length), in kg/m, which is expressed by A = 3 + 5x. In this equation, x is the distance, in meters, from the zero end of the rod. Find the x coordinate of the center of mass of the rod. Sxdm S dm (Hint: Xcom where dm = A dx) %3D

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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ISBN:9781133939146

Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter14: Static Equilibrium, Elasticity, And Fracture

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