The parallax method of measuring star distances gives most accurate results when the gap between two observations of a star is a
bout six months. Which of these statements best explains why a gap between observations affects the accuracy of the star distance? a. It allows the star to complete its life cycle and evolve from one form to another.
b. It ensures that measurements are taken from two points which are very far apart.
c. It makes up for the changes in the star's position due to its movement around the sun.
d. It helps to take the measurement of changes in the position of the star due to supernova explosions.
Measuring density: Measure the mass (in grams) of each mineral sample available to you. The mass of each sample is measured using a balance or electronic scale. Record mass on a chart.
The work performed on an object is the force multiplied by the distance it is moved, provided the movement is parallel to the force. Since that is the case here, we can get the work by W=Fd=1900N x 0.23m = 437J. This energy is used to split the wood.