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⚛️ Physics  ·  System of Particles and Rotational Motion  ·  NEET & JEE

For a conical pendulum, the tension T in the string provides centripetal force and supports weight. The angular velocity is:

Answer: ω = √(g/L cosθ).

  • A ω = √(g/L cosθ)
  • B ω = √(g/L)
  • C ω = √(g tanθ/r)
  • D ω = √(g/r)

Correct answer: A. ω = √(g/L cosθ)

Explanation: T cosθ = mg and T sinθ = mω²r where r = L sinθ. Dividing: tanθ = ω²r/g = ω² L sinθ/g → ω = √(g/L cosθ).

axis OPr⊥Fττ = r⊥ × F = r × F × sinθ

Torque about axis O equals the force F multiplied by the perpendicular distance r⊥ from the axis to the line of action of the force, producing rotation.

Concept context

Moment of inertia, torque, angular momentum, rolling motion. Very high JEE weightage.

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