Angular velocity and angular frequency

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Angular velocity and angular frequency are related concepts, both measured in radians per second. Angular velocity refers to the rate of change of angular displacement, while angular frequency is specifically associated with uniform circular motion and sinusoidal oscillations. Angular frequency can only be defined when an object rotates with constant angular velocity. The relationship between them is expressed as ω = 2πf, where f is the frequency. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for applications in physics, particularly in circular motion and oscillatory systems.
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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 \omega = \frac{d\phi}{dt}=2\pi f
 
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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