Circular Motion: Centripetal Force Provider MCQ

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Centripetal Force ProviderEasyQuestion 30606

Question

Centripetal force is:

A
A separate fundamental force of nature
B
The name given to the net inward force (can be gravity, tension, friction, etc.)
Correct
C
Always friction
D
Always tension in a string

Correct answer

The name given to the net inward force (can be gravity, tension, friction, etc.)

Explanation

Centripetal force is NOT a new type of force — it's just the label for the net radial inward force required for circular motion, whatever force provides it.

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