AIIMS2019Physics-Mechanics

AIIMS 2019 Physics Energy Conservation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

The potential energy is converted into kinetic energy during sliding whereas in rolling; the some part of potential energy is converted kinetic energy, thereby decreases its kinetic energy of translation. Thus, velocity acquired by the body is less.

A

True

B

False

C

Cannot be determined

D

None of the above

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

In rolling motion, part of the potential energy (PE) is converted into both translational kinetic energy (KE) and rotational kinetic energy, which results in a lower translational velocity compared to sliding, where all potential energy is converted solely into translational kinetic energy. This distribution of energy in rolling leads to a decrease in the translational kinetic energy, making the velocity of the rolling object less than that of a sliding object under the same conditions. Option B is incorrect because the statement is true; option C is not applicable as the scenario is clear; option D is irrelevant as it does not address the question.

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