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Angular Velocity

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

Angular velocity refers to the rate at which an object rotates or moves in a circular path. It is measured in radians per second (rad/s).