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Circular Motion: Advanced — Vertical Circle Friction MCQ

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Advanced — Vertical Circle FrictionHardQuestion 30670

Question

A ball moves in a vertical circle on a track with friction (μ). Work done by friction per revolution:
  1. A
    −2πμmg
    Correct
  2. B
    −2πrμmg
  3. C
    −2πμmgr (circumference × friction force on normal)
  4. D
    Depends only on μ and height

Correct answer

−2πμmg

Explanation

For a ball on a circular track, the normal force varies with position. Work by friction per revolution = −∮μN ds, which requires integration. For a flat horizontal circle, W_friction = −μmg×2πr. For a vertical circle, the calculation is more complex.