Angular speed represents how quickly an object rotates around its axis. It is measured in radians per second (rad/s).
Imagine spinning on a rotating chair with your arms stretched out. If you spin faster, your angular speed increases because you cover more angle per unit time.
Angular Velocity (𝜔): The rate at which angular displacement occurs over time.
Tangential Speed: The linear speed of an object moving along a circular path.
Centripetal Acceleration: The acceleration directed towards the center of a circular path, experienced by objects in uniform circular motion.
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