How Can I Prove the Centripetal Force Equation f=mrw^2 Using Experiments?

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To prove the centripetal force equation f=mrw^2, experiments should involve a rotational air table and a whirly string setup. Key variables to manipulate include mass, radius, and angular velocity to observe their effects on force. Accurate measurements should be compared with calculated values to validate the equation. It's important to ensure the correct form of the equation is used, as a slight error can affect results. Conducting these experiments will help demonstrate the relationship outlined in the centripetal force equation.
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Hi there, sorry if this is not in the right section, but i have to do an investigation, i have chosen to prove f=mrw2. I will be using a rotational air table, and this the handheld whirly string and mass experiment - sorry to be vague. basically i am not the best physicist so i would very much appreciate if anyone could tell me what variable to change, and the consequent desired effect in my endevour to prove the equation. I am confused. Thanks
 
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Can somebody please tell me how i can prove f=mrw? i have rotational air table and a manual method available. Can i for each experiment change the variables of the equation and show the force change and show how it complies? For instance in one experiment i will alter mass, another i will alter radius and the last angular velocity? Thanks
 
The proof is in the calculus; the lab results compare your measurements with the calculated ones. Better check that equation though before you compare anything. Altering mass, radius, and angular velocity is a very good idea...
 
thanks for your reply, in relation to checking the equation - I am not sure what you mean sorry
 
magicjambon said:
thanks for your reply, in relation to checking the equation - I am not sure what you mean sorry
In post 2 I guess you made a typo error. F = m(w^2)r.
 
ahh right thanks
 

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