
Phase and group velocity for the wave function - Physics Forums
Jul 20, 2025 · The discussion centers on the concepts of phase and group velocity in wave functions, particularly in the context of quantum mechanics. It clarifies that the group velocity, …
Relationship between viscosity and velocity in fluid mechanics
Oct 31, 2022 · hello, I read in a lecture paper about fluid mechanics that velocity is not related to viscosity, i found this odd and i think it is an error , can someone...
Understanding Zero Velocity and Non-Zero Acceleration: Explained
Aug 1, 2009 · I heard it would be possible to have zero velocity & non zero acceleration (I know the opposite situation where there is velocity (constant), but zero...
Is velocity ever a scalar quantity? • Physics Forums
Dec 27, 2024 · I thought velocity was always a vector quantity, one with both magnitude and direction. When it came to the suvat equations, where v = final velocity, and u = initial velocity, …
Calculating Nozzle Flow Rate To work out the flow rate of water from a nozzle we need to work out the volume in a given period of time. To do this we work out the area of the nozzle and …
Velocity divided by Acceleration gives distance? - Physics Forums
Jun 24, 2016 · Velocity divided by Acceleration gives distance? Mongster Jun 24, 2016 Accelaration Acceleration Mechanics Speed Velocity Click For Summary
How to find angular velocity from torque? • Physics Forums
Sep 6, 2013 · Hello, If I apply force on a rigid cube, I can find the torque τ as: τ = F x r Now, from torque τ I can know about the axis of rotation but how much should I rotate the cube. How can …
Relation Between Spring Constant and Angular Velocity
Nov 17, 2015 · I was going through Periodic Motion chapter of my book and came across an equation while defining the relation between Time Period of on oscillating particle and force …
How to Determine Velocity from a Force-Time Graph?
Mar 26, 2015 · Hey all, I've been attempting this all week and can't get my head around what the proper way to calculate the answers for this query is so... 1. Homework Statement The force …
Can you have a negative average velocity? • Physics Forums
Sep 3, 2012 · I understand that it's possible to have a negative instantaneous velocity, but I'm wondering if it's possible to have an negative average velocity. For example, let's say you start …