Question:

A mass m is moving with a constant velocity along a line parallel to the x-axis, away from the origin. Its angular momentum with respect to the origin

Updated On: Jun 14, 2022
  • is zero
  • remains constant
  • goes on increasing
  • goes on decreasing
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

|v| = v = constant and |r | = r (say)
Angular momentum o f the particle about origin 0 w ill be given by
Therefore, angular momentum o f particle about origin will remain constant. The direction o f r x v also remains the same (negative z).
NOTE: $\bullet$ Angular momentum of a particle moving with constant velocity about any point is always constant e.g.
Angular momentum of the particle shown in figure about origin 0 will be
L = m vh = constant
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