Physics-Circular Motion Dynamics
NEET Physics Circular Motion Dynamics MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11
What is the direction of the centripetal force acting on a body moving in a circle with uniform speed?
A
Outward from the center of the circle
B
Inward towards the center of the circle
C
Tangential to the path of motion
D
Perpendicular to the radius of the circle
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The centripetal force is defined as the force that provides inward radial acceleration to a body in circular motion, thus it is directed towards the center of the circle.
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