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I extend the method to evaluate any integral of the form ∫rn dr for any integer n ≠ −1.\r\n
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Objective & Hypothesis:\r\n I describe a method of evaluating the integral of 2 1 r with respect to r that uses only algebra and the concept of area underneath a curve, and which does not formally employ any calculus.
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Key Findings & Data:This is useful for algebra-based introductory physics classes (where the use of calculus is forbidden) to derive the work done by the force of one point charge or mass on another.
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Conclusion & Impact:I extend the method to evaluate any integral of the form ∫rn dr for any integer n ≠ −1.\r\n
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⚙️Variables:Introductory Physics · Integration · Inverse-Square
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\r\n I describe a method of evaluating the integral of 2 1 r with respect to r that uses only algebra and the concept of area underneath a curve, and which does not formally employ any calculus. This is useful for algebra-based introductory physics classes (where the use of calculus is forbidden) to derive the work done by the force of one point charge or mass on another. I extend the method to evaluate any integral of the form ∫rn dr for any integer n ≠ −1.\r\n
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Cite This Article
HU, B. Y. (2020). Deriving the work done by an inverse square force in non-calculus-based introductory physics courses. European Journal of Physics Education, Cilt: 3 Sayı: 3. https://ajindex.com/articles/1037144