Angular velocity and angular frequency

In summary, Angular velocity and angular frequency are related concepts, but with some key differences. Angular velocity, measured in radian/s, can be equivalent to angular frequency in certain cases, but there is a distinction between instantaneous and average angular velocity. Angular frequency can only be defined if a body rotates with constant angular velocity. Angular velocity is associated with circular motion, while angular frequency is associated with sinusoidal oscillations.
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what is the difference between angular velocity and angular frequency?

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if angular velocity is given in radian/s, then it is equivalent to angular frequency, but there is a potential catch... because there is a difference between instantaneous angular velocity and average angular velocity... and one can only define an angular frequency if a body rotates with constant angular velocity. In which case [tex]\omega = \frac{d\phi}{dt}=2\pi f[/tex]
 
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Simply put though, one is ascociated with angular motion, circular motion is the most fundamental example.
The other is associated with sinusodial oscillations whether it is simple harmonic motion or variations in alternating current.
 
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thanks a lot for replying to my questions
 

1. What is the difference between angular velocity and angular frequency?

Angular velocity is a vector quantity that measures the rate of change of angular displacement with respect to time. On the other hand, angular frequency is a scalar quantity that represents the number of rotations or revolutions per unit time.

2. How are angular velocity and angular frequency related?

Angular frequency is equal to angular velocity divided by 2π. In other words, angular velocity is the product of angular frequency and 2π.

3. How is angular velocity measured?

Angular velocity is typically measured in radians per second (rad/s) or degrees per second (°/s). It can also be expressed in revolutions per minute (RPM) or revolutions per second (RPS).

4. What is the direction of angular velocity?

The direction of angular velocity is perpendicular to the plane of rotation, following the right-hand rule. This means that if you curl the fingers of your right hand in the direction of rotation, your thumb will point in the direction of the angular velocity vector.

5. How does angular velocity affect rotational motion?

Angular velocity plays a crucial role in rotational motion, as it determines the speed and direction of the rotation. Higher angular velocity results in faster rotation, while a change in the direction of angular velocity can cause a change in the direction of rotation.

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