How Fast Can an Insect Travel on a CD Without Slipping Off?

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In summary, "The bug is Doing the Jive" is a phrase used to describe a small, quick, and energetic movement that resembles the popular dance style called the Jive. The Jive is a real dance style that originated in the United States in the 1930s and is often performed to swing or rock and roll music. The phrase is typically used figuratively and not meant to be taken literally. Its origin is uncertain but believed to have originated in the mid-20th century and is still used today as a playful way to describe a lively movement. While bugs do not have the physical capability to dance, some insects and arachnids do have unique ways of moving that could be considered dance-like.
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A .5g insect rests on a compact disc at a distance of 4cm from the centre. If the coeffiecient of static friction is .51 what is the maximum velocity the insect can experience without slipping off?

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Draw a free-body diagram for the bug.
This is circular motion at constant speed... what is the condition for that?
What are the equations?
 

Related to How Fast Can an Insect Travel on a CD Without Slipping Off?

1. What is "The bug is Doing the Jive"?

"The bug is Doing the Jive" is a phrase used to describe a behavior or movement that resembles the popular dance style called the Jive. It is often used humorously to describe a small, quick, and energetic movement, similar to how a bug might move.

2. Is the Jive a real dance?

Yes, the Jive is a real dance style that originated in the United States in the 1930s. It is a fast-paced and lively dance that is often performed to swing or rock and roll music.

3. Why would a bug be doing the Jive?

The phrase "The bug is Doing the Jive" is typically used figuratively or as a metaphor to describe a small and energetic movement. It is not meant to be taken literally, as bugs do not actually dance the Jive.

4. Where did the phrase "The bug is Doing the Jive" come from?

The exact origin of the phrase is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated in the United States in the mid-20th century. It gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s, and is still used today as a playful way to describe a quick and lively movement.

5. Can bugs really dance?

No, bugs do not have the physical capability to dance in the way that humans understand it. However, some insects and arachnids do have interesting and unique ways of moving that could be considered dance-like, such as the courtship rituals of certain species.

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