JEE Main2004PhysicsWork, Power and EnergyActual
Which of the following statements is false for a particle moving in a circle with a constant angular speed?
Options
- AThe velocity vector is tangent to the circle.
- BThe acceleration vector is tangent to the circle.
- CThe acceleration vector points to the centre of the circle.
- DThe velocity and acceleration vectors are perpendicular to each other.
Correct answer
B. The acceleration vector is tangent to the circle.
Step-by-step solution
The acceleration vector is along the radius of circle.