Laws of Motion - Result Question 21
21. One end of string of length is connected to a particle of mass ’ ’ and the other end is connected to a small peg on a smooth horizontal table. If the particle moves in circle with speed ’ ’ the net force on the particle (directed towards centre) will be ( represents the tension in the string) :
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(a)
(b)
(c) Zero
(d)
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 21. (d)
Solution:
- (d) Net force on particle in uniform circular motion is centripetal force
which is provided by tension in string so the net force will be equal to tension i.e., .