Exploring Circular Motion and Its Different Forms

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Circular motion refers to the movement of an object along a circular path, while rotational motion involves an object spinning around an internal axis. Angular motion describes the change in angle of an object as it rotates, and tangential motion pertains to the linear velocity of an object moving along the edge of a circular path. Each type of motion has distinct characteristics and applications in physics. Understanding these differences is crucial for effectively teaching the concepts in a presentation.
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What is the difference between circular motion, rotational motion, angular motion and tangential motion?


I have to make a presentation on these subjects and teach my class about them.



Please help me to understand what these are, else I will have to rely on the very unreliable google for information. Thank you!​
 
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Thank you! but wikipedia is really discouraged.
 
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