Three Identical Springs Each Have the Same Spring Constant K

question 88

Multiple Choice

Three identical springs each have the same spring constant k.If these three springs are attached end to end forming a spring three times the length of one of the original springs,what will be the spring constant of the combination?

• A)k
• B)3k
• C)k/3
• D)1.73k

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Definitions:

Electrolyte Balances

The levels of minerals in the body that have an electric charge, crucial for nerve and muscle function, hydration, blood pH, and other processes.

Sodium

A chemical element (symbol Na) that is highly reactive and essential for nerve and muscle function in the human body, commonly found in salt.

Kidney Tubules

The small tubes in the kidneys where reabsorption and secretion occur, playing a crucial role in the formation of urine.

Potassium

A chemical element with the symbol K and atomic number 19, essential for many bodily functions, including normal heart and muscle function.