Question: A hot-air balloon ascends at a constant rate. (a) The weight of the balloon does (1) positive work, (2) negative work, (3) no work. Why?

A hot-air balloon ascends at a constant rate.
(a) The weight of the balloon does (1) positive work, (2) negative work, (3) no work. Why?
(b) A hot-air balloon with a mass of 500 kg ascends at a constant rate of 1.50 m/s for 20.0s. How much work is done by the upward buoyant force? (Neglect air resistance.)

Step by Step Solution

3.33 Rating (168 Votes )

There are 3 Steps involved in it

1 Expert Approved Answer
Step: 1 Unlock

a The weight does because its direction is opp... View full answer

blur-text-image
Question Has Been Solved by an Expert!

Get step-by-step solutions from verified subject matter experts

Step: 2 Unlock
Step: 3 Unlock

Document Format (1 attachment)

Word file Icon

530-P-M-W-E (343).docx

120 KBs Word File

Students Have Also Explored These Related Mechanics Questions!