14 - Circular Motion Flashcards
1
Q
Angular Velocity
A
An object’s rate of change of angular position.
2
Q
Centripetal Acceleration
A
The acceleration of an object moving in circular motion.
3
Q
Centripetal Force
A
The resultant force responsible for an object moving in circular motion, acting towards the center of rotation.
4
Q
Frequency
A
The number of rotations per unit time.
5
Q
Period
A
The time taken for one whole rotation.
6
Q
Radian
A
A unit of angle, where 2π equals one complete angular rotation.
