Friday, October 31, 2008

Due 11/3: HW: Circular Motion I

1. Distinguish between rotation and revolution. Draw an example of each and label them!
2. If you lose your grip on a rapidly spinning merry-go-round and fall off, in which direction will you fly? Draw a diagram of the overhead view to help you answer.
3. A ladybug sits halfway between the axis and the edge of a rotating turntable. Drawing a diagram may help! What will happen to the ladybug's tangential velocity if:
a. The rotational speed is doubled?
b. The ladybug sits at the edge?
c. Both a and b occur?

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