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No. "Action-reaction pair" implies that if an object "A" acts on object "B", then object "B" will also act on object "A". This isn't the case here.

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What are some examples of centrifugal force as present in nature?

Centrifugal forces at present do not exist in nature. However, the opposite of centrifugal forces, centripetal forces, do exist. Centrifugal forces are used only to explain that centripetal forces need an opposite force to act against it.


What is the difference centrifugal and centripetal force?

Centripetal ("towards the center") force is a real force, that pulls something towards the center during a circular movement. Centrifugal ("center-fleeing") force is a ficticious force, required to explain the observed reactions in a rotating frame of reference.


What is the role of centrifugal force as a construct in the field of physics?

Centrifugal force is a fictitious force that appears to act on objects moving in a circular path. In physics, it is used to explain the outward force experienced by objects in rotation, counteracting centripetal force. This force is important in understanding the dynamics of rotating systems, such as planets orbiting the sun or objects on a spinning carousel.


What is the purpose of the spin cycle on a washing machine explain in terms of force and acceleration components?

The spin cycle in a washing machine serves to remove excess water from the clothes through centrifugal force. During this cycle, the drum spins rapidly, creating a centripetal force that pushes the water outwards. This centrifugal force accelerates the water towards the drum's edges, allowing it to be drained out efficiently.


Can you use the equation to the left to calculate centripetal acceleration Explain your answer?

The centripetal acceleration can be calculated using the equation a = v^2 / r, where v is the velocity and r is the radius of the circular path. This equation represents the acceleration required to keep an object moving in a circular path by constantly changing its direction towards the center of the circle. So, a high velocity or a small radius leads to a higher centripetal acceleration.

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What are some examples of centrifugal force as present in nature?

Centrifugal forces at present do not exist in nature. However, the opposite of centrifugal forces, centripetal forces, do exist. Centrifugal forces are used only to explain that centripetal forces need an opposite force to act against it.


What is the difference centrifugal and centripetal force?

Centripetal ("towards the center") force is a real force, that pulls something towards the center during a circular movement. Centrifugal ("center-fleeing") force is a ficticious force, required to explain the observed reactions in a rotating frame of reference.


Is centrifugal force a pseudo force?

Yes. Sort of. If you consider the rotating system from the point of view of somebody OUTSIDE the system (not participating in the rotation), no "centrifugal force" is required to explain anything; there is an unbalanced centripetal (center-seeking) force, which accelerates whatever rotates, toward the center.


What is the role of centrifugal force as a construct in the field of physics?

Centrifugal force is a fictitious force that appears to act on objects moving in a circular path. In physics, it is used to explain the outward force experienced by objects in rotation, counteracting centripetal force. This force is important in understanding the dynamics of rotating systems, such as planets orbiting the sun or objects on a spinning carousel.


What is the purpose of the spin cycle on a washing machine explain in terms of force and acceleration components?

The spin cycle in a washing machine serves to remove excess water from the clothes through centrifugal force. During this cycle, the drum spins rapidly, creating a centripetal force that pushes the water outwards. This centrifugal force accelerates the water towards the drum's edges, allowing it to be drained out efficiently.


Explain briefly why you feel pushed toward the outside of the carousel?

centrifugal force


How can you use newtons first law to explain why centrifugal force does not exist?

Newton's first law states that an object in motion will remain in motion unless acted upon by an external force. In the case of an object moving in a circular path, centripetal force is required to keep the object moving in that path, not centrifugal force. Centrifugal force is a perceived force that arises from the object's inertia, rather than a true force acting on the object itself.


Why is centriugal force fictional?

From the point of view of an outside observer, no centrifugal force is necessary to "explain" anything; the natural tendency of an object is to go ahead in a straight line. A centripetal force is required to keep an object moving in a circle; no counterforce is required to "balance" things, since the object is in fact accelerating. The centrifugal force is introduced for the rotating frame of reference - i.e., from the point of view of somebody who is participating in the rotational movement.


Why is centrifugal force no longer used to explain circular motion?

One big reason is because centrifugal force doesn't explain circular motion, and the other one is because centrifugal force doesn't even exist. I can't think of a way to make an object move in a circle by pulling it from outside of the circle.


Can combination reaction be oxidation reaction Explain?

No


Does the gravitational attraction of the sun on the planets act as a centripetal or as a centrifugal force explain?

By definition, a centripetal force is a force towards a central point, exerted on an object following a curved path. It causes an object to follow a curved path, such as an orbit; this is what the gravitational force of the sun does to planets. So it is clearly a centripetal force. A centrifugal force is defined as a force that is exerted away from a center around which an object either rotates or revolves. Literally, in terms of etymology, centrifugal means fleeing the center. Planets orbit the sun because of a balance of centripetal and centrifugal forces. If there were only an attractive force pulling a planet toward the sun, the planet would fall into the sun. And if there were only a centrifugal force pulling planets away from the sun, the planets would fly out of the solar system and into interstellar space. But since these two forces are balanced, planets remain in orbit around the sun. An object on which the forces are balanced travels in a straight line at constant speed. The planets do not travel in straight lines or at constant speeds, because the forces on them are not balanced. The only force on a planet is the centripetal force of gravitational attraction between it and the sun. That single force produces all of the orbits we observe, whether elliptical (repeating) or hyperbolic (not repeating). Those orbits are fairly easy to derive using Newton's formula for gravitational force and direction, plus some geometry and some calculus. Non-furious comments: I avoid writing "centrifugal force", by writing "centrifugal effect". I think that's more or less OK, depending on your "audience". Technically "centrifugal force" is called a "fictitious force". It is actually correct to use it in a rotating frame of reference. Unfortunately, it is often used incorrectly, even by educators. Luckily, the answer to the question was "centripetal force". <<>> The physical processes are that there is a force of gravity pulling the Sun and Earth towards each other. The force acts equally both ways, producing an acceleration in both objects, towards each other, following Netwon's second law: force equals mass times acceleration. The Sun's much greater mass means that its acceleration is small, while the Earth's acceleration towards the Sun keeps it in its elliptical orbit. That is what's happening, so for those who can't remember the difference between centrifugal and centripetal, don't worry, they are not terms used by astronomers.


Explain growth of the global economy?

There are only three factors that constitute and contribute to economic growth: Labor, Capital, Technology.