Q. A stone tied to one end of rope and rotated in a circular motion. If the string suddenly breaks, then the stone travels
A) in perpendicular direction
B) in direction of centrifugal force
C) towards centripetal force
D) in tangential direction
Explanation
(d) If the string suddenly breaks, the centripetal force will be zero only tangential force will be present, then the stone travels in tangential direction.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.