Circular Motion Definitions Flashcards
1
Q
Define a Radian
A
Arc Length/Radius
2
Q
Define Angular Velocity
A
Rate of change of angle wrt time
3
Q
Define Linear velocity
A
Rate of change of distance wrt time
4
Q
Define centripetal acceleration
A
Rate of change of linear speed wrt time
5
Q
Define Centripetal Force
A
A force that keeps a body moving with a constant speed in a circular path
