AIPMT PRELIMS2000Physics-Circular Motion
AIPMT PRELIMS 2000 Physics Vertical Circular Motion MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
A mass is performing vertical circular motion (see figure). If the average velocity of the particle is increased, then at which point the string will break:
A
A
B
B
C
C
D
D
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The tension is greatest at the lowest point (A) in vertical circular motion. Increasing velocity increases tension, causing the string to break at point A.
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