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5 February, 17:00

What's the source of centripetal force?

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  1. 5 February, 17:05
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    It can be anything.

    - - In a planet's orbit, it's gravitation, between the planet

    and the sun.

    - - In an atom, it's electrostatic, between the positive nucleus

    and the negative electron.

    - - In a yo-yo, it's the tension in the string.

    - - Inside a car that's turning a corner, it's the friction between

    the seat of your pants and the upholstery.

    - - On a merry-go-round, it's your grip on the horse you're sitting on.
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