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centripetal force
noun
- the force, acting upon a body moving along a curved path, that is directed toward the center of curvature of the path and constrains the body to the path.
centripetal force
noun
- a force that acts inwards on any body that rotates or moves along a curved path and is directed towards the centre of curvature of the path or the axis of rotation Compare centrifugal force
centripetal force
- A force acting on a moving body at an angle to the direction of motion, tending to make the body follow a circular or curved path. The force of gravity acting on a satellite in orbit is an example of a centripetal force; the friction of the tires of a car making a turn similarly provides centripetal force on the car.
Word History and Origins
Origin of centripetal force1
A Closer Look
Example Sentences
So inevitably the centripetal force of the establishment GOP will move toward Jeb Bush.
The centripetal force, exerted through the cord, O A, pulls it aside from this direction of motion.
It is true, the resistance of the body furnishes the measure of the centripetal force.
Sometimes the centripetal force is weak, and opportunity is afforded to observe this action, and see its character exhibited.
A common example of weak centripetal force is the adhesion of water to the face of a revolving grindstone.
That is, it has no motion, either from or toward the center, except that which is produced by the action of the centripetal force.
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