While using equations of circular motion why do we need to express all

In summary, equations of circular motion are necessary to accurately describe the motion of an object in a circular path. They can be used to describe both uniform and non-uniform circular motion, and all relevant variables such as radius, angular velocity, and acceleration must be expressed in order to make accurate predictions. These equations have real-world applications and can be used to calculate the motion of objects in various situations.
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while using equations of circular motion why do we need to express all angles in radians?
 
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[itex] s = r \theta [/itex] (i.e. arc-length equals radius times angle) is only true when the angle is expressed in radians.
In other words, we know that [itex]\pi[/itex] is a special number, such that the circumfrence equals [itex]2 \pi r [/itex] for any circle. And so we use radians to make use of this special number.
 
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good..got it thanks
 

Related to While using equations of circular motion why do we need to express all

1. Why do we need to use equations of circular motion?

Equations of circular motion are necessary to accurately describe the motion of an object moving in a circular path. These equations take into account the object's speed, acceleration, and direction of motion, which are constantly changing in circular motion.

2. What types of motion can be described using circular motion equations?

As the name suggests, equations of circular motion are specifically designed to describe motion in a circular path. This includes uniform circular motion, where the speed remains constant, as well as non-uniform circular motion, where the speed and/or direction are changing.

3. How do we express all variables in equations of circular motion?

In order to accurately describe the motion of an object in a circle, we must express all the relevant variables in the equations of circular motion. This includes the object's radius, angular velocity, tangential velocity, centripetal acceleration, and tangential acceleration.

4. Why is it important to express all variables in equations of circular motion?

Expressing all variables in equations of circular motion allows us to accurately calculate and predict the motion of an object in a circular path. Neglecting any of these variables can result in incorrect calculations and predictions, leading to a misunderstanding of the object's motion.

5. Can equations of circular motion be applied to real-life situations?

Yes, equations of circular motion have real-world applications and can be used to describe the motion of objects in many situations. For example, they are used to calculate the speed and acceleration of objects in circular motion, such as a car on a curved road or a roller coaster on a loop.

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