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Cambridge AS & A Level Physics

12.1Kinematics of uniform circular motion

Kinematics of uniform circular motion in Cambridge AS & A Level Physics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 12.1.1Define the radian and express angular displacement in radians.
  2. 12.1.2Understand and use angular speed.
  3. 12.1.3Recall and use ω = 2π/T and v = rω.

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  • Radians and angular speed

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Kinematics of uniform circular motion: sample question

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What is 120∘120^\circ in radians?

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