College Physics: A Strategic Approach (3rd Edition)
College Physics: A Strategic Approach (3rd Edition)
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780321879721
Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 6, Problem 1CQ

A cyclist goes around a level, circular track at constant speed. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? “Since the cyclist’s speed is constant, her acceleration is zero.” Explain.

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To find whether there is any acceleration for the given case.

Answer to Problem 1CQ

No. There is a presence of acceleration, which is called as centripetal acceleration.

Explanation of Solution

Consider any object moving in a circle at a constant speed. The motion obtained by that object is called as uniform circular motion. To obtain such a motion, acceleration must be given in the direction of the center of the circle.

This kind of acceleration is called as centripetal acceleration, which acts towards the center.

Conclusion:

Thus, there is an existence of acceleration in the given case.

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