If an object moves around a circle of radius r at constant speed v, it has an acceleration towards the center of the circle, of magnitude: a=(v^2)/r.

Elisabeth Esparza

Elisabeth Esparza

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2022-07-24

If an object moves around a circle of radius r at constant speed v, it has an acceleration towards the center of the circle, of magnitude:
a = v 2 r
Describe the proportionality of a to v. (what kind of mathematical relationship, explain)
Describw the type of proportionality of a to r. (what kind of mathematical relationship, explain)

Answer & Explanation

nezivande0u

nezivande0u

Beginner2022-07-25Added 16 answers

Explanation:
a is directly proportional to v as it can be seen that as v increases awill also increase.
a is directly proportional to r as it can be seen that as r incresinc awill decrease.

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