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Acceleration Without Force?

Authors :
Johns, Robert
Source :
Physics Teacher. Mar2003, Vol. 41 Issue 3, p156. 2p. 1 Diagram.
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

Discusses two applications found in introductory texts and includes some dynamics that clarify motion without any force. Reasons a rock whirling at the end of a string speed up when it is pulled in; Force which speeds up the spinning skater when she brings her arms to the side.

Subjects

Subjects :
*MOTION
*SPEED

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0031921X
Volume :
41
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Physics Teacher
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9203188
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1119/1.1557503