Work done by the centripetal force on a body moving in circle is zero because
Correct answer: C. the body move right angle to F
- A. the body moves parallel to F
- B. the body move opposite to F
- C. the body move right angle to F
- D. centripetal and centrifugal balance each other
Explanation
Work done is defined as the product of force into the distance moved in the direction of force. If the body moves at a right angle i.e perpendicular then the work done is zero.
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