Question

For a particle moving in a circle with constant angular speed, which of the following statements is 'false'?

विकल्प

• The velocity vector is tangent to the circle.

• The acceleration vector is tangent to the circle.

• The velocity and acceleration vectors are perpendicular to each other.

• The acceleration vector points to the centre of the circle.

Answer 1

The acceleration vector is tangent to the circle.

Explanation:

The acceleration vector in uniform circular motion points towards the centre of the circle.