Question

Is fan a periodic motion

Answer 1

ANSWER:

            Periodic motion is defined as when a body covers regular distance in a fixed period of time. The blades of a fan revolve in a circular motion and comes back into the initial position.

            Though the blade takes very less time to come back to its initial position after having a complete motion is very less, it is considered to be e a periodic motion.

EXPLANATION:

• The plates of a fan does a circular and periodic motion.
• The portion to which the plates are attached just rotates on its Axis due to the electricity.
• The original motion is performed by the blade only.
• Fan is an example of conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy.
• Fan comprises of pack system of electromagnets.