Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach 5th Edition · Interactions and Potential Energy · Problem 3
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Randall D. Knight — Interactions and Potential Energy: Problem 3
The Sierre-Zinal race in Switzerland, also known as the “Race of the Five 4000 m Peaks,” heads along a 31 km mountain trail in the heart of the Swiss Alps. What is the change in potential energy when an energetic 72 kg runner makes it from Sierre, the start of the race (570 m above sea level), to Nava, the highest point of the trail (2425 m above sea level)?
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Given: 4000 m, 31 km, 72 kg, 570 m, 2425 m
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach · 5th Edition
Author: Randall D. Knight
Publisher: Pearson
Chapter: Interactions and Potential Energy