The discussion centers on the physics concepts relevant to the question: "What are two or more physics ideas which are relevant to spinning a bucket of water in a vertical circle?" The primary focus is on centripetal force, defined by the equation F = mac = (mv² / r), which describes the necessary inward force to keep the water in circular motion. The discussion emphasizes that centrifugal force is not applicable in this context, as it is not a real force acting on the system. Additionally, the conservation of energy may also be relevant when considering the dynamics of the water within the bucket.
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The question is rather vague. You would not use both concepts to analyse it, you wouid use one or the other. Please quote the question word for word as given to you.candypie90 said:Homework Statement: What are the two physics ideas of spinning a bucket of water in a vertical circle? would it be centripetal and centrifugal force?
Homework Equations: F = mac = (mv2 / r)
F = mac = (mv2 / r)
haruspex said:The question is rather vague. You would not use both concepts to analyse it, you wouid use one or the other. Please quote the question word for word as given to you.
Ok.candypie90 said:Oh sorry, the exact question word for word is: What are two or more physics ideas which are relevant to spinning a bucket of water in a vertical circle?
Thank you.
I would think that an idea would be what relates this other vertical force to the centripetal force so that the water can go around the circle without spilling.haruspex said:Vertical implies a certain other force should be relevant, but not sure that it is an 'idea' in this sense.