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Rotational motion
Physics; General physics
Occurs when every point in the rigid body moves in a circular path around a line called the axis of rotation.
Radius of curvature
Physics; General physics
With spherical mirrors, the radius of the sphere of which the mirror is a part.
Scalar
Physics; General physics
A quantity that possesses a magnitude but not a direction. Mass and length are common examples.
Refracted ray
Physics; General physics
The ray of light that is refracted through a surface into a different medium.
Rotational kinetic energy
Physics; General physics
The energy of a particle rotating around an axis.
Speed wobble
Physics; General physics
A quick oscillation in an object when speed reaches a point of instability. Often used with motorcycles, skateboards, or water skis.
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