Why is it that when we fix the two ends of a rope and let gravity act, the rope forms a curve that looks like a parabola? 313 viewsDecember 31, 2023 Question100.55K August 10, 2023 0 Comments Why is it that when we fix the two ends of a rope and let gravity act, the rope forms a curve that looks like a parabola? In: 0 6 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted August 10, 2023 0 Comments This is not an answer but what you’re talking about is called a catenary. The curve is a hyperbolic cosine not a parabolic. You are viewing 1 out of 6 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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