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ap physics c: mechanics cram – rotation & circular motion

originally streamed on March 30, 2021 with Sam ReichTeacher
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Review rotational motion, circular motion, and energy concepts for AP Physics C: Mechanics. This complete cram session covers angular kinematics, centripetal force, moment of inertia, and problem-solving strategies to help you prepare for the AP exam ...more

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units
Unit 2 – Force and Motion DynamicsUnit 5 – Torque and Rotational MotionUnit 6 – Rotating Systems: Energy & Momentum
topics
2.10 Circular Motion5.1 Rotation5.2 Connecting Linear and Rotational Motion5.4 Rotational Inertia6.1 Rotational Kinetic Energy6.5 Kinetic Energy of a System with Translational and Rotational Motion

timestamps

  • 0:00

    Introduction and Welcome

  • 0:36

    Rotation Topics Overview

  • 1:06

    Practice Materials Reminder

  • 1:37

    Recording Disclaimer

  • 2:07

    Social Media Plug

  • 2:38

    Rotational Kinematics Intro

  • 3:39

    Translational vs Rotational Motion

  • 4:44

    Angular Variables

  • 5:49

    Conversion Formulas

  • 6:54

    Right-Hand Rule

  • 8:29

    Direction in Rotation

  • 11:06

    Rotational Equations

  • 12:41

    Practice Problem: Momentum

  • 14:31

    Uniform Circular Motion

  • 15:36

    Centripetal Acceleration

  • 17:43

    Velocity Vector Practice

  • 20:46

    Centripetal Force

  • 24:29

    Vector Directions

  • 25:04

    Spring Force Practice

  • 28:43

    Work Done Practice

  • 29:45

    Car Acceleration Practice

  • 36:22

    Ratio Change Practice

  • 36:52

    String Tension Practice

  • 40:56

    Vertical Circle Cases

  • 42:27

    Vertical Tension Practice

  • 44:32

    Banked Curves

  • 46:36

    Rotational Kinetic Energy

  • 47:38

    Moment of Inertia

  • 49:12

    Energy Conservation

  • 49:42

    Free Response: Part A

  • 53:55

    Free Response: Part B

  • 54:25

    Angular Velocity Calculation

  • 57:04

    Free Response: Part C

  • 58:08

    Ratio Calculation

  • 58:41

    Free Response: Part D

  • 59:11

    Free Response: Part E

  • 1:00:44

    Wrap-Up and Tips

  • 1:01:47

    Upcoming Sessions

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