NEET Physics Circular Motion Dynamics MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about centripetal force in circular motion is correct?
Centripetal force is just another type of force independent of other forces acting on the body.
Centripetal force is always provided by gravitational force regardless of the situation.
Centripetal force is the name given to any force that provides inward radial acceleration to a body in circular motion.
Centripetal force can only be provided by tension, and never by friction or other forces.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Centripetal force is not regarded as a new type of force; it is simply a term for the force that provides the necessary inward radial acceleration to a body in circular motion. This force can come from various sources such as tension, friction, or gravity.
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