The Force Due to Gravity That Acts on a Block

question 9

Multiple Choice

The force due to gravity that acts on a block of ice that slides down an icy ramp

• A)remains equal to mg at all angles.
• B)decreases as the slope of the ramp increases.
• C)becomes greatest when the ramp is vertical.

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Definitions:

Stapedectomy

A surgical procedure to remove part or all of the stapes bone in the middle ear, usually to treat hearing loss caused by otosclerosis.

Stapes

The smallest bone in the human body, located in the middle ear, playing a key role in the transmission of sound vibrations.

Prosthesis

An artificial device used to replace a missing body part, such as a limb, tooth, eye, or heart valve.

Hearing Loss

A partial or total inability to hear sounds in one or both ears.