Angular Speed
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Key Stage 5
Meaning
Angular speed is the rate at which an object moves through an angle.
About Angular Speed
- Measured in radians per second (rad/s).
- Describes the rotational speed of an object.
- Different from linear speed, which measures movement along a straight path.
Examples
- A rotating fan blade has a constant angular speed.
- The angular speed of Earth’s rotation affects the length of a day.