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Grade 11Mechanics

Is mg considered in horizontal circular motion? If yes or no then why?

Profile image of Arin Som
9 Years agoGrade 11
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Profile image of Vikas TU
9 Years ago
Mg has no role in horizontal circular motion as the whole motion takes place in horizontl frame and mg always acts downwards.
Hence, Balancing the forces,
T = mv^2/r (horizontal force).