Uniform circular motion Flashcards
1
Q
Define uniform circular motion
A
The motion of an object moving at constant speed along a circular path.
2
Q
Define angular displacement
A
The angle an object in circular motion turns through.
3
Q
Define angular speed
A
The rate of change of angular displacement of an object in circular/orbital/spinning motion.
4
Q
The speed v of a point on the perimeter =
A
(2πr)/t = 2πrf
5
Q
Angular displacement Eq.
A
2π*(t/T) = 2πft
6
Q
Angualar speed Eq.
A
ω=2π/t = 2πf
7
Q
Unit of ω
A
rads-1
