Mark Watney (Matt Damon in the Martian movie) and Marvin the Martian (Looney Tunes cartoon character) are having an argument on the surface of Mars (negligible air resistance). They are testing out their new potato launcher that fires projectiles at a constant speed. Mark launches his potato at an angle of 60◦ and Marvin launches his identical potato at an angle of 30◦ . Without any calculations try to answer the following questions, and justify each answer.

(A) Which potato lands farther away from the launcher (potatoes are launched from ground level)?

(B) Which potato spends more time in the air before hitting the ground

(C) Which potato has a greater speed just before it hits the ground?

Humans would need a breathable environment like that on Earth in the living section of a colony on Venus in order to survive. Nitrogen, oxygen, and trace amounts of other gases, such as carbon dioxide, make up the majority of the atmosphere on Earth.

The clouds are made of sulfuric acid, and the atmosphere is primarily carbon dioxide, the same gas that causes the greenhouse effect on Venus and Earth. And the heated, high-pressure carbon dioxide acts corrosively at the surface.

For instance, compared to Earth, which has 99% nitrogen and oxygen in its atmosphere, Venus and Mars both contain more than 98% carbon dioxide and nitrogen.

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We can measure the flow rate of various liquid by pouring the liquid down an incline and time how long it takes each one to reach the bottom.

option C.

The flow rate of a liquid is how much fluid passes through an area in a particular time.

Flow rate can be articulated in either in terms of velocity and cross-sectional area, or time and volume. As liquids are incompressible, the rate of flow into an area must be equivalent to the rate of flow out of an area.

Generally, the best equipment to measure the flow rate of a liquid is flow meters. In the absence of flow meters, we can other methods such as the one given in the options.

We can pour the various liquid down an incline and time how long it takes each one to reach the bottom.

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Answer:

The rate of acceleration slow

Explanation:

Force (N) = mass (kg) × acceleration (m/s²) , because acceleration multiply by mass it a inverse relationship

Answer:

1 436 000 000 hrs     163 814 .7 years

Explanation:

40208000000000 km  / 28000 km/hr  =

The Space shuttle's speed is 28,000 km/hr, and the time it will take to get you there is 1436000000 hours or 163814.7 years.

Although Proxima Centauri cannot be seen normally with eyes, it is one of the most famous stars in the sky. This is because it is a member of the Alpha Centauri star system, which is the nearest stellar system to our sun and is home to three known stars.

Proxima, with a distance of 4.22 light-years from our sun, is thought to be the star in Alpha Centauri that is nearest to our sun of the three. For Proxima, astronomers have so far found two planets. It also produces large solar flares, and a strange radio signal may come from it.

According to the question :

The given distance is 4.3 light-years or,

Distance = 40,208,000,000,000 km

Given speed is 28,000 km/hr.

So the time it will take to get you up there is:  Distance/speed

Time = 40,208,000,000,000 km/28,000 km/hr

Time = 1436000000 hours or,

Time = 163814.7 years

Hence, the time taken to get you there will be 163814.7 years.

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The extension in the string when the particle hangs in equilibrium is e = mg/k. The constant n in the equation of motion is n = (2π/T)²m. The time it takes for the particle to enter simple harmonic motion is t = √(2§/g).

To find the extension in the string when the particle hangs in equilibrium, we need to consider the forces acting on the particle. The weight of the particle is mg, acting vertically downward. The tension in the string exerts an equal and opposite force, mg, to balance the weight. Since the particle is in equilibrium, the total force acting on it is zero.When the particle is dropped from a point below O, it will stretch the string due to its weight. Let's denote the extension of the string as e. The tension in the string will now be greater than mg because it needs to support the weight of the particle and provide the necessary centripetal force for the simple harmonic motion.The extension in the string is given by Hooke's law: F = kx, where F is the force, k is the modulus of the string, and x is the extension. In this case, the force is the tension in the string, and the extension is e. Thus, we have mg = ke. Rearranging the equation, we get e = mg/k.

To find the constant n in the equation of motion, › = -n?, we can use the fact that the period of simple harmonic motion is given by T = 2π√(m/k), where m is the mass of the particle and k is the spring constant. Comparing this with the equation of motion, we see that ω² = n/m. Since ω = 2π/T, we can substitute ω in terms of T and solve for n: n = (2π/T)²m.

To determine when the particle enters simple harmonic motion, we need to find the time it takes for the string to reach its equilibrium position. Since the particle is dropped from a point § meters below O, it will accelerate towards the equilibrium position due to the tension in the string. The time taken for this free-fall motion can be calculated using the equation of motion for constant acceleration: § = ½gt². Solving for t, we get t = √(2§/g).The amplitude of the simple harmonic motion is equal to the maximum displacement from the equilibrium position. In this case, the maximum displacement is equal to the initial dropped distance, § meters.To determine the time it takes for the particle to come to instantaneous rest for the first time, we need to find the time period of the simple harmonic motion. The time period, T, is given by T = 2π√(m/k). To find the time it takes to come to rest, we need to consider half of the time period, T/2.The amplitude of the simple harmonic motion is equal to the initial dropped distance, § meters. The time it takes for the particle to come to instantaneous rest for the first time is T/2, where T is the time period of the simple harmonic motion.

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The value of force (F) if the change in length of the cable is 7.8 mm is 1500.89 N

The value of the force can be determined by using the young modulus equation that shows the relation between the tensile of the steel cable when the force is applied.

\(\mathbf{\gamma = \dfrac{F/A}{\Delta L/L}}\)

\(\mathbf{\gamma = \dfrac{F} {A }\times \dfrac{L}{\Delta L} }\)

Making the force the subject of the formula and replacing the values, we have:

\(\mathbf{F =\dfrac{A \times \gamma \times \Delta L }{L} }\)

\(\mathbf{F =\dfrac{ \pi \times (3.5 \times 10^{-3}) \times ( 20 \times 10^{10} \ N/m^2 ) \times (7.8 \times 10^{-3}) }{4 \times 10} }\)

\(\mathbf{F =1500.89 \ N }\)

Therefore, we can conclude that the value of force (F) if the change in length of the cable is 7.8 mm is 1500.89 N

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Answer:

a) 1.915 s

b) 7 s

c) 122.5 m

Explanation:

1 mph = 0.44704 m/s

60 mph = (0.44704 * 60) m/s = 26.8 m/s

a) The VW acceleration = \(a_1\) = (26.8 m/s - 0 m/s) / 7 s =  3.83 m/s²

Cheri's acceleration = \(a_2\) = (26.8 m/s - 0 m/s) / 5.3 s = 5 m/s²

The distance traveled is given as:

\(S=ut+\frac{1}{2}at^2\\ \\For\ Vince\ VW\ which\ has\ traveled\ for\ 1\ s:\\\\S=0(1)+\frac{1}{2}(3.83)(1)^2=1.915\ m\)

b) The distance traveled by Vince VW with a 1s head start is given as:

\(S_1=ut+\frac{1}{2}a_1(t+1)^2\\ \\S_1=\frac{1}{2}(3.83)(t+1)^2\\\\S_1=1.915(t+1)^2\\\\S_1=1.915(t^2+2t+1)\\\\S_1=1.915t^2+3.83t+1.915\)

The distance traveled by Cheri is given as:

\(S_2=ut+\frac{1}{2}a_2(t)^2\\ \\S_2=\frac{1}{2}(5)(t)^2\\\\S_2=2.5t^2\\\\S_1=S_2\\\\2.5t^2=1.915t^2+3.83t+1.915\\\\0.585t^2-3.83t-1.915=0\\\\t=7s\ or\ t=-0.5\ s\\\\t=7s\)

c) \(S_1=2.5t^2\\\\S_1=2.5(7)^2=122.5\ m\)

8.27 x 1013 meres is the orbital radius.

Jupiter's mass, 1.9 x 1027 kg, and the time interval, 16.9 days, are equal to 1.46 x 106 seconds. The radius is needed, thus r. Solution

The moon must be held in its orbit by a gravitational force equal to the centripetal force between Jupiter and the moon.

6.67 x 10⁻¹¹ N/m²kg

2 x 1.9 x 10/27 x 1.46 x 10'6 / 4 r = 6.85 x 102'7 G = 6.67 x 10'11 N/m2kg2 r = 8.27 x 10'7

The second-largest moon in Jupiter's orbit and the third-largest moon in the solar system is called Callisto. Of all the objects in our solar system, its surface has the most craters.

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Answer:

Explanation:

Equivalent resistance

Re = 100 + (1/( 1/270 + 1/(150 + 240)))

Re = 100 + (1/( 1/270 + 1/390))

Re = 100 + 159.5

Re = 259.5 Ω

Power drawn from battery = V²/R

P = 12²/259.5

P = 0.554816...

P = 0.55 W

circuit current

I = V/Re

I = 12 / 259.5

I = 0.04623...A

I = 46 mA

100 Ω resistor

V = IR = 0.04623(100) = 4.6 V

I = 46 mA

P = VA = 4.6(0.046) = 0.21376...

P = 0.21 W

270 Ω resistor

V = 12 - 4.6 = 7.4 V

I = V/R = 7.4/270 = 0.02732... = 27 mA

P = VA = 7.4(0.027) = 0.2015... = 0.20 W

150 Ω resistor

V = 7.4(150 / (150 + 240)) = 2.8 V

I = 7.4/390 = 0.01891... = 19 mA

P = I²R = 0.01891²(150) = 0.053661... = 0.05 W

240 Ω resistor

V = 7.4(240 / (150 + 240)) = 4.5394 = 4.5 V

I = 7.4/390 = 0.01891... = 19 mA

P = I²R = 0.01891²(240) = 0.08585... = 0.09 W

verify power consumption

0.55 = 0.21 + 0.20 + 0.05 + 0.09

0.55 = 0.55         **check**

current check through parallel circuits

46 = 27 + 19

46 = 46                **check**

The speed of the wave from the calculation that we have done is 14 m/s

To find the wave speed, we need to know the frequency and wavelength of the wave. These values can be measured experimentally or calculated based on the properties of the medium through which the wave is traveling.

For example, the wavelength of a sound wave can be determined by measuring the distance between two consecutive points of maximum compression or rarefaction, while the frequency can be measured using a frequency meter or calculated based on the properties of the sound source.

We know that;

Frequency = 7 cycles/s

Wavelength = 2 m

Wave speed = λf

= 7 cycles/s * 2 m

= 14 m/s

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Answer:

A.

Explanation:

this would make sense but it seems to be more like they both sound different

The reaction of load L is 0 (no horizontal force), and the reaction of load R is 10 kN (vertical upward force).

To determine the reactions of the loads L and R, consider the equilibrium of the forces acting on the structure.

First, analyze the vertical equilibrium. The sum of the vertical forces must be zero:

ΣFy = R − 7 kN − 3 kN

ΣFy = 0

This gives:

R = 10kN

Next, analyze the horizontal equilibrium. The sum of the horizontal forces must be zero:

ΣFx = L

ΣFx = 0

This indicates that there is no horizontal force acting on the structure.

Therefore, the reaction of load L is zero (no horizontal force), and the reaction of load R is 10 kN (vertical upward force).

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The total translational kinetic energy of 1 L of oxygen gas at 6°C and 2.5 atm is 833.7 J.

To find the total translational kinetic energy of 1 L of oxygen gas at 6°C and 2.5 atm, we can use the following formula:

KE = (3/2) * n * R * T

where KE is the total translational kinetic energy, n is the number of moles of gas, R is the gas constant (8.314 J/(mol*K)), and T is the temperature in Kelvin.

First, we need to find the number of moles of gas in 1 L at 2.5 atm and 6°C. We can use the ideal gas law to do this:

PV = nRT

where P is the pressure, V is the volume, and T is the temperature in Kelvin.

Converting 6°C to Kelvin, we get:

T = 6°C + 273.15 = 279.15 K

Substituting the given values into the ideal gas law, we get:

(2.5 atm) * (1 L) = n * (0.08206 Latm/(molK)) * (279.15 K)

Solving for n, we get:

n = (2.5 atm * 1 L) / (0.08206 Latm/(molK) * 279.15 K) = 0.108 mol

Now we can use the formula for KE:

KE = (3/2) * n * R * T = (3/2) * (0.108 mol) * (8.314 J/(mol*K)) * (279.15 K)

Solving for KE, we get:

KE = 833.7 J.

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0.24 m  distance  through which the piston rises.

we have given the mass of piston+block = 135kg

2050 joule of heat flows into the gas

now;

According to first law thermodynamics,

dQ=du+dw

we have

2050=1730+MgS

Here M is mass, g is gravity, S is distance

now puttin gthe formula

MgS=320

S=320/1323

S= 0.24m

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The vector with a magnitude of 5 and in the direction of the vector 4i - 3j + k is approximately (20/√26)i + (-15/√26)j + (5/√26)k.

The given vector can be normalized before being multiplied by the desired magnitude. This is how to locate the vector:

The vector that has been provided should be normalized by dividing each of its components by its magnitude. The Pythagorean theorem can be used to determine the magnitude of the vector 4i - 3j + k:

Magnitude = √(4² + (-3)² + 1²) = √(16 + 9 + 1) = √26

Normalize the vector by dividing each component by the magnitude:

Normalized vector = (4/√26)i + (-3/√26)j + (1/√26)k

Multiply the normalized vector by the desired magnitude:

To obtain a vector with a magnitude of 5, multiply each component of the normalized vector by 5:

Desired vector = 5 * ((4/√26)i + (-3/√26)j + (1/√26)k)

Simplifying the expression gives:

Desired vector ≈ (20/√26)i + (-15/√26)j + (5/√26)k

So, the vector with a magnitude of 5 and in the direction of the vector 4i - 3j + k is approximately (20/√26)i + (-15/√26)j + (5/√26)k.

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The focal length of a concave lens is expressed as,

Here, f is the focal length, u is the distance of object and v is the distance of image.

Plug in the known values,

Thus, the distance of image is -22.5 cm where negative sign indicates that the image will be at the same side of object.

Special relativity and general relativity are both theories proposed by Albert Einstein. Special relativity deals with the laws of physics in the absence of gravity, while general relativity extends special relativity to include gravity and explains the curvature of spacetime caused by mass and energy.

Special relativity, proposed in 1905, deals with the laws of physics in the absence of gravitational fields. It introduces the concepts of time dilation and length contraction, stating that the laws of physics are the same for all observers moving at constant speeds relative to each other.

One piece of evidence supporting special relativity is the famous Michelson-Morley experiment, which failed to detect the existence of the hypothetical luminiferous aether.

On the other hand, general relativity, formulated in 1915, is an extension of special relativity that incorporates gravity. It postulates that gravity arises from the curvature of spacetime caused by mass and energy. General relativity explains the motion of celestial bodies, the bending of light in the presence of massive objects, and phenomena like black holes.

One piece of evidence supporting general relativity is the observed gravitational redshift, where light emitted from a source in a strong gravitational field is shifted to longer wavelengths.

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Answer:

Most asteroids can be found between Mars and Jupiter.

Explanation:

Most asteroids can be found between Mars and Jupiter.

The asteroid belt is a torus-shaped region in the Solar System, located roughly between the orbits of the planets Jupiter and Mars.

Thus the statement which best explains the location of the asteroid belt is "Most asteroids can be found between Mars and Jupiter."

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The angular velocity in radians per second, given that Microwave ovens rotate at a rate of about 5 revolutions per minute (rpm) is 0.50 radians per second

The angular velocity (in radians per second) can be obtained by simply converting 0.08 revolution per second to radians per second. This is obtained as illustrated below:

1 revolution per second = 2π radians per second

Therefore,

0.08 revolution per second = 0.08 × 2π

Recall

Pi (π) = 3.14

Thus,

0.08 revolution per second = 0.08 × 2 × 3.14

0.08 revolution per second = 0.50 radians per second

Thus, we can conclude that the angular velocity (in radians per second) is 0.50 radians per second

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A fundamental particle with no electric charge and a spin of one-half is called an electron neutrino (v).

The subatomic particle known as a neutrino resembles an electron in many ways, but it differs in that it lacks an electrical charge and has a very small mass that may even be zero. One of the cosmological particles with the highest density is the neutrino. However, they are exceedingly difficult to find because they barely interact with matter.

Small, almost massless particles known as neutrinos move at speeds close to light. They are phenomenally common in the universe and can move through lead as readily as we do through air. They are the product of intense astronomical events like exploding stars and gamma ray bursts.

A flat recoil energy spectrum is the result of monoenergetic electron neutrinos scattering from electrons.

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Answer:

A

Explanation:

5.2mm/s

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Answer:

The extension is  \(\Delta L = 0.033 \ m\)

Explanation:

From the question we are told that  

     The length of the wire on a winter day is    \(L_w = 36.0 \ m\)

      The temperature on the winter day is  \(T_w = -20.0 ^o C\)

      The temperature on a summer day is  \(T_s = 34.0 ^0 C\)

The the extension of the wire on a summer day is mathematically represented as

          \(\Delta L = \alpha L_w [T_s - T_w]\)

Where  

      \(\alpha\) is the  coefficient of linear expansion of copper with a values \(\alpha = 17 *10^{-6}\)

substituting value  

      \(\Delta L = 17 *10^{-6} * 36.0 [34 - [-20]]\)

      \(\Delta L = 0.033 \ m\)

Answer:

mass and distance

Explanation:

dont need to summary this

Answer:

B. mass and distance

Explanation:

Given the work done, the force exerted on the taco stand through the given distance is 2.3 × 10³ Newtons.

Work done is simply defined as the energy transfer that takes place when an object is either pushed or pulled over a certain distance by an external force. It is expressed as;

W = f × d

Where f is force applied and d is distance travelled.

Given that;

W = f × d

3500kgm²/s² = f × 1.5m

f = 3500kgm²/s² ÷ 1.5m

f = 2.3 × 10³ kgm/s²

f = 2.3 × 10³ N

Given the work done, the force exerted on the taco stand through the given distance is 2.3 × 10³ Newtons.

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Kinetic energy will be 600J. According to law of conservation energy: All the energy in a system will simply change the state, and no more nor less energy will be created or lost during the operation of the system. In this case, then all 600J of energy will be transformed during the operation of car.

kinetic energy, Chemical compounds' bonds contain energy. Chemical reactions have the potential to release chemical energy, frequently in the form of heat; these kinds of reactions are referred to as exothermic. Some of the energy from reactions that need heat input to continue may be stored as chemical energy in newly formed bonds.

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Answer:

Therefore, the force required to accelerate a 500 kg object at a rate of 10 m/s^2 is 5000 Newtons (N).

Explanation:

The force required to accelerate an object can be calculated using the formula:

force = mass x acceleration

where "mass" is the mass of the object being accelerated, and "acceleration" is the rate at which the object's velocity is changing.

In this case, the mass of the object is 500 kg, and the acceleration is 10 m/s^2. Plugging these values into the formula gives:

force = mass x acceleration

force = 500 kg x 10 m/s^2

force = 5000 N

Therefore, the force required to accelerate a 500 kg object at a rate of 10 m/s^2 is 5000 Newtons (N).

a) The capacitance of the ceramic capacitor is approximately 354.16 pF.

b) The potential difference between the plates of the capacitor will be approximately 3.39 x 10^6 volts.

To calculate the capacitance of the ceramic capacitor, we can use the formula:

C = (ε₀ * εᵣ * A) / d

where:

C is the capacitance,

ε₀ is the vacuum permittivity (approximately 8.854 x 10^(-12) F/m),

εᵣ is the relative permittivity of the ceramic (given as 100),

A is the effective plate area (given as 4 cm², which is equal to 4 x 10^(-4) m²),

d is the separation between the plates (given as 0.1 mm, which is equal to 0.1 x 10^(-3) m).

Let's calculate the capacitance in picofarads (pF):

a) Calculation of capacitance (C):

C = (ε₀ * εᵣ * A) / d

= (8.854 x 10^(-12) F/m * 100 * 4 x 10^(-4) m²) / (0.1 x 10^(-3) m)

= (8.854 x 100 x 4) / 0.1

= 354.16 pF

Therefore, the capacitance of the ceramic capacitor is approximately 354.16 pF.

b) To find the potential difference (PD) between the plates when the capacitor is given a charge of 1.2 μC (microcoulombs), we can use the formula:

PD = Q / C

where:

PD is the potential difference,

Q is the charge (given as 1.2 μC, which is equal to 1.2 x 10^(-6) C),

C is the capacitance (calculated in part a) as 354.16 pF, which is equal to 354.16 x 10^(-12) F).

Let's calculate the potential difference (PD):

b) Calculation of potential difference (PD):

PD = Q / C

= (1.2 x 10^(-6) C) / (354.16 x 10^(-12) F)

= 3.39 x 10^6 V

Therefore, the potential difference between the plates of the capacitor will be approximately 3.39 x 10^6 volts.

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The angle as the constructive interference is 1.485×\(10^{-3}\)

Calculate the angle as follows:

For constructive interference,

∅ = \(sin^{-1} \frac{n}{d}\)λ

   = \(sin^{-1} \frac{1*700*10^{-9}m}{0.027m}\) = \(1.485* 10^{-3}degrees.\)

In physics, the wavelength is the spatial length of a periodic wave—the distance over which the wave's form repeats. it is the space between consecutive corresponding factors of the same section on the wave, consisting of adjoining crests, troughs, or 0 crossings, and is a characteristic of both visiting waves and standing waves, in addition to other spatial wave patterns. The inverse of the wavelength is known as the spatial frequency. Wavelength is generally particular via the Greek letter lambda (λ). The time period wavelength is likewise once in a while applied to modulated waves, and to the sinusoidal envelopes of modulated waves or waves shaped by means of interference of several sinusoids.

Assuming a sinusoidal wave transferring at a hard and fast wave velocity, the wavelength is inversely proportional to the frequency of the wave: waves with better frequencies have shorter wavelengths, and lower frequencies have longer wavelengths.

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Complete Question:

Consider the interference resulting from sending coherent visible light perpendicularly through this pair of openings. Calculate the angle between adjacent zones of constructive interference, assuming the width of your middle finger to be 2.7 cm and the wavelength of the light to be 700 nm.

The minimum mass required to be placed on the 0.00 cm mark of the meter stick to maintain equilibrium is 0.120 kg.

To maintain equilibrium, the torques acting on the meter stick must balance each other. The torque is given by the formula:

τ = r * F * sin(θ)

where τ is the torque, r is the distance from the pivot point to the point where the force is applied, F is the force applied, and θ is the angle between the force vector and the lever arm.

In this case, the meter stick is in equilibrium when the torques on both sides of the pivot point cancel each other out. The torque due to the weight of the meter stick itself is acting at the center of mass of the meter stick, which is at the 50.0 cm mark.

Let's denote the mass to be placed on the 0.00 cm mark as M. The torque due to the weight of M can be calculated as:

τ_M = r_M * F_M * sin(θ)

where r_M is the distance from the pivot point to the 0.00 cm mark (which is 30.0 cm), F_M is the weight of M, and θ is the angle between the weight vector and the lever arm.

Since the system is in equilibrium, the torques on both sides of the pivot point must be equal:

τ_M = τ_stick

r_M * F_M * sin(θ) = r_stick * F_stick * sin(θ)

Substituting the given values:

30.0 cm * F_M = 20.0 cm * (0.0400 kg * 9.8 m/s^2)

Solving for F_M:

F_M = (20.0 cm / 30.0 cm) * (0.0400 kg * 9.8 m/s^2)

F_M = 0.0264 kg * 9.8 m/s^2

F_M = 0.25872 N

Finally, we can convert the force into mass using the formula:

F = m * g

0.25872 N = M * 9.8 m/s^2

M = 0.0264 kg

Therefore, the minimum mass required to be placed on the 0.00 cm mark of the meter stick to maintain equilibrium is 0.120 kg.

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