Question:

The work done by the centripetal force F when the body completes one rotation around the circle of radius R is:

Updated On: Aug 15, 2022
  • $ 2\pi RF $
  • $ ~2RF $
  • RF
  • zero
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Key Idea: Work done (W) = Force(F) x $ (W)=Force(F)\times displacement(d) $ displacement For a body rotating in circular motion, centripetal force is directed towards the centre of the circle when body completes one rotation, its displacement is zero, hence Work done = force $ \times $ displacement $ W=F\times 0=0 $
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Concepts Used:

Motion in a Plane

It is a vector quantity. A vector quantity is a quantity having both magnitude and direction. Speed is a scalar quantity and it is a quantity having a magnitude only. Motion in a plane is also known as motion in two dimensions. 

Equations of Plane Motion

The equations of motion in a straight line are:

v=u+at

s=ut+½ at2

v2-u2=2as

Where,

  • v = final velocity of the particle
  • u = initial velocity of the particle
  • s = displacement of the particle
  • a = acceleration of the particle
  • t = the time interval in which the particle is in consideration