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2.4 Circular motion, inertia and momentum
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Circular motion changes velocity

Circular motion changes velocity

Circular path showing velocity vectors tangent to the path at two points

Speed is a scalar quantity, but velocity is speed in a stated direction. An object moving in a circle can have constant speed while its velocity changes because its direction changes continuously.

2.4 Circular motion, inertia and momentum Lesson

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Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Physics 2.4 Circular motion, inertia and momentum. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Master the required practical work and core equations early, since both papers can draw on content and maths skills from across the whole specification.

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