Question

what is centripetal force???????​

Answer 1

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Centripetal force in general, acts on a body moving along a circular path.

It follows the Newtonian laws of motion and centripetal force can be expressed as mass multiplied by centripetal acceleration.

Answer 2

Answer:

Centripetal force is a force acting on a body moving in a circular path.