Calculating Tangential Speed: Understanding Angular Speed and Centripetal Force

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To calculate the tangential speed of a ball swinging in a circle, the formula v = r * ω is used, where v is tangential speed, r is the radius, and ω is angular speed. Given a radius of 1.03m and an angular speed of 0.736 revolutions per second, the angular speed in radians per second is approximately 4.62 rad/s. Substituting these values into the formula yields a tangential speed of about 4.76 m/s. Angular speed refers to the rate of rotation around a central point, and it directly influences tangential speed based on the radius of the circular path. Understanding these relationships is crucial for solving problems involving circular motion.
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an athlete swings a 6.18kg ball horizontally on the end of a rope. The ball moves in a circle of radius 1.03m at an angular speed of 0.736 rev/s.
what is the tangential speed of the ball? Answer in units of m/s

WHAT is angular speed? and how would you solve t his?

thanx so much
 
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Well, what do you think angular speed is? What is the relation between the angular speed and the radius of the circle?
 

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