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  1. How Does Elastic Collision Angle Relate to Mass Ratios?

    Jan 17, 2020 · The discussion revolves around the relationship between the angle of collision and the resulting deflection angle in elastic collisions, particularly focusing on a scenario where a large mass …

  2. How Does Earth's Rotation Affect the Deflection Angle of a Plumb Bob ...

    Oct 16, 2006 · The discussion revolves around the effect of Earth's rotation on the deflection angle of a plumb bob at 35 degrees north latitude. The original poster, Dorothy, is attempting to calculate the …

  3. Solving for shock wave angle using Mach and deflection angle

    Sep 1, 2012 · The discussion centers on determining how the shock wave angle (Beta) varies with changes in the Mach number while keeping the deflection angle (theta) constant. Participants …

  4. How Does Rotating a Plane Mirror Affect the Angle of Light Deflection ...

    Mar 15, 2005 · The angle of deflection of light when a plane mirror is rotated by an angle theta is mathematically proven to be equal to 2theta. This conclusion is based on the principles of reflection, …

  5. Angle of Deflection of an electron in an magnetic field

    Oct 13, 2011 · The problem involves calculating the deflection angle of electrons moving through a magnetic field after being accelerated by a voltage. The context includes the effects of a magnetic …

  6. How is the Angle of Deflection in a Prism Calculated?

    Jul 19, 2011 · The original poster attempts to understand the derivation of the angle of deflection formula and seeks clarification on the angles within the prism's geometry. Some participants question the …

  7. Deflection angle of a comet traveling around the Sun

    Jan 21, 2012 · The discussion revolves around a comet's trajectory as it approaches the Sun, specifically focusing on the deflection angle and the mathematical relationships governing its path. …

  8. Particle collision and deflection angle - Physics Forums

    Jan 26, 2015 · The objective is to determine the deflection angle, θ, after the collision based on the conservation of momentum and energy principles. Participants discuss the conservation of …

  9. How do I calculate the deflection angle in a bowling split conversion ...

    Apr 29, 2008 · The discussion revolves around calculating the deflection angle in a bowling split conversion scenario. The original poster presents a problem involving the collision between a …

  10. Maximum Deflection Angle In Elastic Collision - Physics Forums

    Apr 11, 2022 · The discussion revolves around understanding the maximum deflection angle in an elastic collision, specifically focusing on the velocities of two masses involved in the collision and the …