Chapter 16 - Circular motion Flashcards
1
Q
What is angular velocity?
A
The angle an object rotates through per second
2
Q
What is the frequency in circular motion?
A
The number of revolutions per second
3
Q
What is time period in circular motion?
A
The time it takes to complete one revolution
4
Q
Which way is the acceleration of an an object in circular motion?
A
Towards the center of the cirlce - it is centripetal acceleration
5
Q
Which way is centripetal force directed?
A
Towards the center of the circle
6
Q
Why is no work done on the object?
A
There is no movement in the same direction as the centripetal force
