Question

Is the uniform circular motion accelerated? Give reason for your answer. ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Uniform circular motion is accelerated because the velocity changes due to continuous change in the direction of motion. So, even when the body moves ta a constant speed, its velocity is not constant. Thus, for a body moving in a circular path at a constant speed, its velocity changes continuously.

Answer 2

Answer :

Accelerated motion takes place when an object changes its speed or direction.

Explanation:

Uniform circular motion is accelerated because in the circular motion there is a continuous change in direction of motion that leads to change in the velocity. Therefore circular motion is an acceleration motion as the direction is changing even the speed remains constant.

For example: The second, minute, and hour hands of a watch.

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