Topic 1- Subject 4: Uniform Circular Motion Flashcards
1
Q
What is uniform circular motion?
A
When an object travels at a constant speed in a circle.
2
Q
Define revolving.
A
Going around something eg. the earth revolves around the sun.
3
Q
Define rotating.
A
Spinning.
4
Q
Acceleration in circular motion
A
Acts towards the centre
5
Q
Velocity in circular motion.
A
Parallel to a point on a circle at a specific time (when the object reaches that point).
