College Physics: A Strategic Approach (3rd Edition)
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ISBN: 9780321879721
Author: Randall D. Knight (Professor Emeritus), Brian Jones, Stuart Field
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 6, Problem 25MCQ
The cylindrical space station in Figure Q6.25, 200 m in diameter, rotates in order to provide artificial gravity of g for the occupants. How much time does the station take to complete one rotation?
Figure Q6.25
A. 3 s
B. 20 s
C. 28 s
D. 32 s
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