Revision: ADVANCED PHYSICS – Circular Motion

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Advanced Physics: Circular Motion - Revision Quiz

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1) A ball is connected to a string and spun around horizontally as shown.

Which diagram correctly shows the horizontal forces acting on the ball at the instant shown?

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2) An object is fixed to one end of a Iight rod which rotates in a vertical circle at constant speed.

Which graph could represent the variation of tension T in the rod with angle θ?

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3) The diagram represents a cyclist making a left turn on a rough road surface at constant speed v, as viewed from behind. The total mass of the bicycle and rider is m and their combined centre of gravity is at G.

If R is the resultant force of the normal contact force and the frictional force, which vector diagram represents the directions of the forces acting on the bicycle and its rider?

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4) One complete revolution is 360º or

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5) When the aircraft Concorde is moving in a horizontal plane at a constant speed of 650 m s–1, its turning circle has a radius of 80 km. What is the ratio of the centripetal force to the weight of the aircraft?

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