Uniform Circular Motion extended response

[NickSpain96]

This began as homework that our Physics teacher set us. However, for some reason he decided no to collect it. I am curious as to whether or not this display my understanding of the topic well as communication is main area my teacher believes I need improvement in.

Homework Statement

Write a response of the appropriate format discussing:
- Existence and properties of centripetal acceleration
- Cause(s) of centripetal acceleration
- 4 examples of circular motion (must have 3 different forces)

Homework Equations

Δv=s/t, Δa=v/t, F=ma, a=v^2/r, F=mv^2/r

These are the only relevant equations I am aware of, however, I don't doubt there are much more and if possible please comment them

The Attempt at a Solution

Attached is my response.

 

[BruceW]

hi, welcome to physicsforums!
Your response looks pretty good to me. It explains the concept in a fairly clear way, and you gave some nice examples. It looks like you showed that you understand the physics pretty well. There is more (slightly more advanced physics) related to circular motion that you could have talked about. But I am guessing that this response was meant to be about the basics of circular motion, and I think you do explain that pretty well.

 

[NickSpain96]

Thanks BruceW,

There is more (slightly more advanced physics) related to circular motion that you could have talked about. But I am guessing that this response was meant to be about the basics of circular motionl.

Your right in saying it was the basics of circular motion as this is my first year of high school physics, however, I am curious about the more advanced side of circular motion (or any kind of mechanics in general, as I am aspiring to become an aeronautical or aerospace engineer). If you or anyone else who is reading this would be able to explain it to me, or even provide me with some resources that would be great :).