Centripetal Force

Front

What is the direction of the centripetal force acting on an object moving in a circular path?

Back

The centripetal force is directed toward the center of the circular path.

Front

What is the unit of measurement for centripetal force?

Back

The unit for centripetal force is Newtons (N).

Front

How does the weight of an object change as it moves away from the center of the Earth?

Back

The weight of an object decreases as it moves away from the center of the Earth.

Front

What unit is used to measure tangential velocity?

Back

Tangential velocity is measured in meters per second (m/s).

Front

What type of force is responsible for providing centripetal acceleration in a stringed object?

Back

The tension force is responsible for providing centripetal acceleration in a stringed object.

Front

What is centripetal acceleration?

Back

Centripetal acceleration is the acceleration directed toward the center of a circular path, necessary for an object to maintain circular motion.

Front

What is the formula for calculating centripetal force?

Back

Centripetal force (Fc) can be calculated using the formula Fc = mv²/r, where m is mass, v is tangential velocity, and r is the radius of the circular path.

Front

What role does mass play in centripetal force?

Back

The mass of an object directly affects the amount of centripetal force required to keep it moving in a circular path; greater mass requires greater force.

Front

What happens to centripetal force if the radius of the circular path is increased while keeping speed constant?

Back

If the radius is increased while keeping speed constant, the centripetal force decreases.

Front

What is the relationship between tangential velocity and centripetal force?

Back

As tangential velocity increases, the centripetal force required to maintain circular motion also increases.