Is My Calculation for a Microwave's Turntable Spin Correct?

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The discussion revolves around a problem involving a microwave's turntable, specifically focusing on its rotational motion. The original poster attempts to calculate the period of revolution, tangential velocity, and centripetal force acting on a cup of coffee placed on the turntable.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the calculations presented by the original poster, with some expressing uncertainty about the source of the centripetal force. Questions arise regarding whether it is provided by the turntable or friction.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing feedback on the calculations while exploring the nature of the centripetal force involved. There is no explicit consensus yet, as different interpretations of the force's origin are being considered.

Contextual Notes

There may be assumptions regarding the role of friction in providing centripetal force, which are currently under discussion. The original poster's calculations are based on specific values and formulas, but the accuracy of these values has not been confirmed by all participants.

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Homework Statement


A microwave's turntable spins 3.0 revolutions per minute. It has a 250.0g cup of coffee placed 15.0cm from its centre. Find its period of revolution, its tangential velocity and the centripetal force on the cup.

2. The attempt at a solution
period of revolution [tex]\frac{{60}}{3} = 20[/tex] seconds
tangential velocity [tex]\frac{{2\pi r}}{T} = \frac{{2\left( \pi \right)\left( {15} \right)}}{{20}} = 4.7123\,m\,s^{ - 1}[/tex]
centripetal force [tex]\frac{{mv^2 }}{r} = \frac{{0.25\left( {\frac{{2\left( {15} \right)\left( \pi \right)}}{{20}}} \right)}}{{15}} = 0.0785\,N[/tex] towards the centre of the circle


I was wondering if somebody could kindly take the time to look over my working and see if it is correct. Thank you greatly for your time and effort.
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I didnt check the numbers but the rest looks okay. What is providing the centripetal force here?
 
the centripetal force is provided by the spinning turntable of the microwave if I'm not mistaken.
 
i presumed it is friction that is providing the centripetal force...
 
friction of...
 

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