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Introduction ............................................. 1

Development............................................ 2
D1: Report ............................................... 2
D2: Table ................................................. 3
D3: Simulator .......................................... 4
D4: Activity 1......................................... 11

Conclusion ............................................. 14
Introduction:

The dynamics of circular motion, often referred to as the study of motion along
curved trajectories, sparks profound interest in physics and classical mechanics.
This type of motion, characterized by its circular path, manifests in numerous
everyday scenarios, from the turning of a bicycle wheel to the relentless ticking
of a clock's hands. Its significance lies in its ability to transform linear quantities
into angular ones and vice versa. Uniform circular motion plays a pivotal role
in physics, offering crucial insights into concepts such as centripetal
acceleration, centripetal force, angular velocity, kinetic energy, and potential
energy. This study delves into the captivating realm of circular motion and its
profound impact on classical physics and particle physics.

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Development (D1, D2, D3, D4)
D1: Report
What I think is circular motion is circular motion, it is a curvilinear motion whose trajectory
is a circle. From these movements you can calculate angles, distances and even the radius.
It is one at the movements that can almost always represented in our daily lives. Examples
would be the movement of any points on a rotating disc or wheel, the points of the hands of
a clock.
Uniform Circular motion is a type of motion that has a circular path and constant velocity.
Acceleration allows you to maintain a circular path and depends on the speed and radius of
the circle you are in. An example that I think is very common in this movement is when
blades or a fan rotate.
Circular motion refers to the motion of an object that moves in a circular or curved path
around a fixed point, axis, or center. This type of motion is characterized by constant
changes in direction, even if the speed of the object remains constant. To apply circular
motion in physics, you need to consider the principles of centripetal force, velocity, and
acceleration. Centripetal force is the inward force that keeps an object moving in a circular
path. It's essential to understand how these factors interact to analyze and solve problems
related to circular motion in various contexts. Circular motion can be applied in various
real-world scenarios, including:

• Planetary Orbits: The motion of planets, moons, and other celestial bodies.
• Carousel Ride: When you ride a carousel or merry-go-round, you experience
circular motion.
• Car Turns: When you drive a car around a curve or make a turn, it involves circular
motion.
Circular motion is a physical phenomenon in which an object moves around a fixed point
following a circular path. This type of motion is characterized by the constant variation of
the direction of the object while maintaining a constant distance from the central point. To
describe it, concepts such as angular velocity are used, which indicate the speed at which
the object travels the circumference, and centripetal acceleration, which points towards the
center of the trajectory and is responsible for changing the direction of movement. The
forces associated with circular motion are fundamental to understanding this phenomenon.
Centripetal force, also known as the force, that keeps the object in its circular path, is
essential to counteract the tendency to move in a straight line. This force results from the
tension between the tangential velocity and the radial direction of motion.

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D2: Table

Aspect Linear Angular


Magnitudes Magnitudes

Definition Motion in a linear Motion rotational


Units of Measured in units of Measured in units of
measure length (meters, angle (radians,
centimeters, etc.) degrees, minutes,
seconds)
Typical “D” or “S” “θ” or “W”
symbol
Common Displacement velocity, Angle, angular
examples acceleration velocity, angular
acceleration
Velocity and Linear and in one Angular, around a
Acceleration direction. point or axis.

Relevant V=Δs/Δt W= Δθ/Δt


Formulas A=Δv/Δt A= Δw/Δt
Graphical Represented with line Represented with
Representation segments on a arcs or circular
cartesian plane. sectors on circular
graphs.

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D4: Activity 1

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Conclusion:

In conclusion, the study of circular motion holds significance across a spectrum


of disciplines, including astronomy, physics, engineering, and medicine, among
others. Uniform circular motion finds its presence in numerous aspects of
everyday life, from the perpetual motion of clock hands to the rotation of wind
turbine blades and microwave turntables. Its historical importance in shaping
ancient cosmological models cannot be underestimated. The Aristotelian
division of the cosmos into celestial and terrestrial realms, each governed by
distinct sciences, was profoundly influenced by the concept of circular motion.
In contemporary terms, uniform circular motion is characterized by constant
velocities and the traversal of equal distances or arcs along a circumference in
uniform time intervals, even in the presence of acceleration. This motion
encapsulates both the elegance and complexity that have captivated scholars
and scientists throughout history.

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