Physics-Uniform Circular Motion
NEET Physics Uniform Circular Motion MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which of the following statements about uniform circular motion is correct?
A
The magnitude of centripetal acceleration remains constant while its direction changes.
B
Centripetal acceleration increases as speed decreases in circular motion.
C
The acceleration vector in uniform circular motion points tangentially to the path.
D
Centripetal acceleration depends on the mass of the object in circular motion.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In uniform circular motion, while the magnitude of centripetal acceleration is constant, its direction continuously changes as it always points towards the center of the circular path, as stated in the NCERT context.
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