What Is the Angular Velocity of a Whirling Ball?

In summary, the conversation discusses the angular velocity of a ball being whirled around in a horizontal circle at the end of a string. The angular velocity is equal to (2*Pi)/T, where T is the period in seconds. The units for angular velocity are radians per second, and multiplying it by the radius gives the velocity in metres per second.
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A ball of mass 0.25kg is whilred around in a horizontal circle on the end of a string of the length 0.03m, and completes 5 revolutions per second

what is the angular velocity of the ball?

is it right to use

angular velocity = 2 pi F

giving me a answer of 31.4 ms
 
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What are units of angular velocity?
 
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The angular velocity (usually denoted omega, lower case) is equal to (2*Pi)/T

Where T is equal to the period in seconds. The units for angular velocity are thus not metres per second, but radians per second.

Multiplying omega by r (radius) gives velocity in metres per second. Or, if you want to be precise and since the velocity is vectorial, but changing direction, you get speed.
 

FAQ: What Is the Angular Velocity of a Whirling Ball?

What is angular velocity?

Angular velocity is a measure of how fast an object is rotating around a specific axis. It is typically measured in radians per second.

How is angular velocity different from linear velocity?

Linear velocity describes the speed of an object in a straight line, while angular velocity describes the speed of an object in a circular motion.

How is angular velocity calculated?

Angular velocity is calculated by dividing the change in angle by the time it takes for that change to occur. It is represented by the symbol omega (ω) and is measured in radians per second.

What factors affect the angular velocity of a ball?

The angular velocity of a ball can be affected by its mass, shape, and the force or torque applied to it. The surface it is rolling on and any external forces such as friction can also impact its angular velocity.

Why is angular velocity important?

Angular velocity is important in understanding the motion of objects that are rotating, such as planets, wheels, and balls. It is also a key concept in fields such as physics, engineering, and mathematics.

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