Rotation refers to the circular movement of an object around a fixed point or axis.
Imagine a merry-go-round at a playground. When it spins, it rotates around its center, just like how objects rotate around an axis.
Torque: Torque is the measure of how much force is needed to cause an object to rotate.
Moment of Inertia: Moment of inertia describes an object's resistance to changes in its rotation.
Centripetal Force: Centripetal force is the inward force that keeps an object moving in a circular path during rotation.
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