[LO 25.1, 21.4] Two astronauts (figure), each having a mass of 70 kg, are connected by a d = 14-m rope of negligible mass. They are isolated in space, orbiting their center of mass at speeds of 3.8 m/s. By pulling on the rope, one astronaut shortens the distance between them by half to 7 m. What is the new angular momentum of the system? ( in units of kg m^2/s )

[LO 25.1, 21.4] Two astronauts (figure), each having a mass of 70 kg, are connected by a d = 14-m rope of negligible mass. They are isolated in space, orbiting their center of mass at speeds of 3.8 m/s. By pulling on the rope, one astronaut shortens the distance between them by half to 7 m. What is the new angular momentum of the system? ( in units of kg m^2/s )

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter13: Rotation Ii: A Conservation Approach

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