AP Physics 1 & 2 - Circular Motion & Gravitation
Some students find the transition from linear motion to circular motion a little confusing, but you needn't worry. Rotational kinematics, torque, kinetic energy, and angular momentum are all analogous to their linear versions.
Circular Motion Video Lessons & Problems
- Moving in Circles (Mechanical Universe, Episode 9)
- The Law of Falling Bodies (Mechanical Universe, Episode 2)
- The Apple and the Moon (Mechanical Universe, Episode 8)
- Rotational Kinematics
- Universal Gravitation (Flipping Physics)
Multiple-Choice Practice Problems
Scroll down to see multiple choice practice problems in Rotational Motion, Torque, Rolling Objects, Momemt of Inertia, and Angular Momentum.