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What is the definition of radius of gyration?
The radius of gyration of a body about its given axis is defined as the distance between the axis of rotation and a point at which the whole mass of the body is supposed to be concentrated, so as to possess the same moment of inertia as that of body about the same axis.
Explain the physical significance of radius of gyration.
The physical significance of the radius of gyration is that it represents the point at which the entire mass of the body can be concentrated to have the same effect on moment of inertia as the actual body about the given axis of rotation.
How is rotational kinetic energy related to translational kinetic energy?
Rotational kinetic energy of the object is the sum of individual translational kinetic energies.
What factors determine the moment of inertia of an object?
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How can moment of inertia be expressed in terms of the radius of gyration?
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What is the relationship between angular speed and rotational kinetic energy?
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Define moment of inertia of a rotating rigid body.
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State the SI unit and dimensions of moment of inertia.
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Derive an expression for the kinetic energy of a body rotating with a uniform angular speed.
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Explain the translational kinetic energy of a particle in a rotating body.
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Define angular speed and radius of gyration.
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Explain the concept of rotational kinetic energy.
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What is the moment of inertia of an object about any axis?
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What is the mathematical form of the theorem of perpendicular axes?
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How can the moment of inertia be calculated for an object about any axis?
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What is the proof of the theorem of parallel axes?
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What is the significance of the perpendicular axes theorem in rotational dynamics?
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