Which Coin Flies Off First from a Speeding Turntable?

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As the turntable accelerates, the centrifugal force acting on each coin increases with distance from the center. Coin 1, being closer to the center, experiences less centrifugal force than Coin 2, which is positioned further out. The discussion reveals confusion regarding the calculations of angular velocity and the forces involved. Ultimately, Coin 2 is expected to fly off first due to its greater distance from the center, despite initial assumptions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between radius and centrifugal force in this scenario.
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Two coins are on a turntable that steadily speeds up, starting from rest, with a ccw rotation. Which coin flies off the turntable first?

Coin 2 is further away than coin 1.


MY ATTEMPT:

I believe centrifugal acceleration is done by friction. So fs=us*m*g. Fc=mv^2/r.
Then, v=sqroot(us*g*r).
Suppose coin 2 is at radius 2(r1), (r1) being the distance from center of coin 1.
angular velocity 1= r1(sqroot(us*g))
angular velocity 2=2r1(sqroot(us*g))

So, I conclude that coin 1 must be thrown off first. HOWEVER, the answer manual says it is coin 2, which is an obvious answer for me too. But, I can't seem to be able to prove it.
 
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Your expressions for angular velocity are not right.
Check again.
The velocity (v) is OK.
 
Ok, I rearranged it. I now understand! v=wr indeed!
Is there any easier way to think about this problem?
 
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