What of the following is an example of object moving under uniform circular motion?
I. Motion of the Moon
II. Motion of the Earth
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 3 – Both I and II
Solution:
Uniform circular motion is the motion of an object along a circular path with constant speed.
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The Moon revolves around the Earth in an approximately circular orbit.
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The Earth revolves around the Sun in an approximately circular orbit.
Hence, both are examples of uniform circular motion.
Key Point:
Moon around Earth and Earth around Sun are standard examples of uniform circular motion.
Answer: Option 3 – Both I and II