Is angular frequency absolute?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the nature of angular frequency and centripetal force from a classical physics perspective, specifically questioning whether these quantities can be considered absolute. The scope includes theoretical considerations without delving into quantum or relativistic effects.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant proposes that if a body is undergoing centripetal acceleration, then the magnitude of the centripetal force is absolute.
  • This participant further questions whether the angular frequency of the body is also absolute, suggesting a connection between the two concepts.
  • Other participants express agreement with the initial claims, affirming the absolute nature of both centripetal force and angular frequency.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There appears to be agreement among some participants regarding the absolute nature of centripetal force and angular frequency, but the discussion does not explore or resolve any potential counterarguments or alternative views.

Contextual Notes

The discussion is limited to classical mechanics and does not account for quantum or relativistic considerations, which may affect the interpretation of absolute quantities.

Michio Cuckoo
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I want to treat this from a purely classical stance, ignoring all quantum and relativistic effects.

If a body is undergoing centripetal acceleration, is the magnitude of the centripetal force absolute?

If so, is its angular frequency also absolute?
 
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Yes to all.
 
kmarinas86 said:
Yes to all.

Gee thanks.

It took 197 users to view this before someone could answer.

That means you are the 0.5%.
 
Michio Cuckoo said:
Gee thanks.

It took 197 users to view this before someone could answer.

That means you are the 0.5%.

The other 196 were probably guests who don't even have an account here on PF.
 

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