What is Rotational motion: Definition and 610 Discussions

A rotation is a circular movement of an object around a center (or point) of rotation. The geometric plane along which the rotation occurs is called the rotation plane, and the imaginary line extending from the center and perpendicular to the rotation plane is called the rotation axis ( AK-seez). A three-dimensional object can always be rotated about an infinite number of rotation axes.
If the rotation axis passes internally through the body's own center of mass, then the body is said to be autorotating or spinning, and the surface intersection of the axis can be called a pole. A rotation around a completely external axis, e.g. the planet Earth around the Sun, is called revolving or orbiting, typically when it is produced by gravity, and the ends of the rotation axis can be called the orbital poles.

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    Rotational Motion of compact disc

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    Calculating Tensions in a Vertical Circular Motion Problem

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    Rotational motion question

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    Translational and rotational motion

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    Is It Possible for a Cylinder to Roll Freely Without Slipping?

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    Kinetic Energy in Rotational Motion Problem

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    Rotational Motion of the sun

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    Rotational Motion on an Axis Problem: Helpppp?

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    How Much Work is Required to Stop a Rotating Wheel in 15.0s?

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    What is the Coefficient of Static Friction for a Car on a Circular Track?

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    When to use term Rotational motion and Circular motion?

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