Source of deformation on Spinning oblect

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A uniform sphere spinning in space experiences centripetal and centrifugal forces, which can lead to deformation if the sphere has elasticity. The discussion focuses on whether these forces are responsible for the stretching of the sphere, with a reference to Hooke's Law for the relationship between force and deformation. The user seeks clarification on the correctness of their mathematical approach, which equates the centripetal or centrifugal force to the elastic force described by Hooke's Law. The gravitational force is intentionally excluded from consideration as negligible. The inquiry emphasizes a need for validation of the concepts within classical mechanics.
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Hello guys! Now this is not a homework question, but it may sound like one. If a uniform sized and massed sphere was spinning in space away from any source of forces that could affect it, wouldn't the only forces that act on it are the centripetal and centrifugal? And if this sphere had elasticity, wouldn't the force that is stretching the sphere be either centripetal of centrifugal force? Now I am not including its gravitational force on purpose. Its gravitational field can be negligible. I also know that the centrifugal force is not a real force, but it is useful for explaining some phenomena. I'm using classical mechanics. The sphere will not be spinning at relativistic speeds.


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Well, mathematically, I figured that if the centripetal and centrifugal forces are the sources of deformation of stretching of the sphere, then by using Hooke's Law we find that
mωv=-kx
where mωv is the centripetal or centrifugal force magnitude and -kx is Hooke's Law. Is this right? Or am I forgetting something? I would really appreciate anyone's help. My extremely inferior mind is not sure of itself.:frown:

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