CBSE Class 12 Physics Unit-6: Circular Motion & Gravitation notes

Circular Motion & Gravitation notes

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You need to learn the definition and types of circular motion (uniform/non-uniform)

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Topics like variables in a circular motion, centripetal force, centrifugal force, turning at roads, and kinematical equations in a circular motion are important.

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Learn motion in a vertical circle, non-uniform horizontal circular motion, resultant acceleration and conical pendulum.

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In the motion in a vertical circle, study all values of velocity at different positions given in the textbook.

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Don’t miss out anything from the chapter ‘Gravitation'.

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Make sure to learn Newton's law of gravitation, the constant of gravity, and its value.

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- The definition and their values – Inside the spherical shell – At a point inside the shell – At a point outside the shell

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Study the same cases for Gravitational fields due to the solid sphere.

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Acceleration due to gravity & its variations and Gravitational potential energy have to be studied.

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Kepler’s laws of motion - Law of orbits, law of areas, laws of periods are important too.

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Revise the notes on above mentioned topics and aim to score more.

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Circular Motion & Gravitation notes