HESI A2 Physics Quizlet

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because the second law of thermodynamics states that the total entropy of an isolated system always increases over time in a spontaneous process. This increase in entropy signifies an increase in disorder and randomness within the system and its surroundings. Therefore, choice A is correct as it aligns with the fundamental principle of entropy and the second law of thermodynamics. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they contradict this law by suggesting a decrease in total entropy, constancy of entropy, or a decrease in system entropy, respectively.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: To calculate momentum, we use the formula p = mv, where p is momentum, m is mass, and v is velocity. Given mass = 45g = 0.045kg and velocity = 42m/s. Substituting the values, we get p = 0.045kg * 42m/s = 1.89 kg⋅m/s. Therefore, the correct answer is B (1.89 kg⋅m/s). Choice A: Incorrect. 0.189 kg⋅m/s is obtained by incorrectly calculating the product of mass and velocity. Choice C: Incorrect. 1.07 kg⋅m/s is not the correct calculation of momentum based on the given values. Choice D: Incorrect. 0.93 kg⋅m/s is an incorrect calculation and does not represent the momentum of the baseball accurately.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Mechanical energy. Electric motors convert electrical energy into mechanical energy through the interaction of magnetic fields, which causes the motor to rotate and perform mechanical work. This process follows the principle of electromagnetic induction, where the electrical energy is transformed into kinetic energy. Choice A (Thermal energy) is incorrect as electric motors are designed to minimize heat generation. Choice B (Light) is incorrect as electric motors do not directly produce light. Choice D (Sound waves) is incorrect as electric motors do not primarily convert electrical energy into sound waves.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D. Displacement is the shortest distance between the initial and final points of the walk. Since Jon walks around a rectangular park, his start and end points are the same, hence the displacement is 0 km. The distance traveled is the actual path length covered, which is equal to the perimeter of the rectangle (2+2+1+1=6 km). Therefore, the correct statement is that the displacement of his walk is 0 kilometers, and the distance traveled is 6 kilometers. Summary: A: Incorrect. Displacement cannot be greater than the distance traveled when walking in a closed loop. B: Incorrect. Displacement should be 0 km for a closed loop walk. C: Incorrect. Displacement cannot be greater than the total perimeter of the walk.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: To compress the spring from 40 cm to 30 cm, we calculate the change in length = 40 cm - 30 cm = 10 cm = 0.1 m. The force needed is given by Hooke's Law: F = k * x, where F is the force, k is the spring constant (20 N/m), and x is the change in length (0.1 m). Therefore, F = 20 N/m * 0.1 m = 2 N. Choice D (2 N) is correct because it correctly applies Hooke's Law. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not correctly calculate the force based on the given spring constant and change in length.