5A) How fast in RPM must a Centrifuge rotate if a particle 12 cm from the axis of rotation is to experience an acceleration of 120,000 g’s ? Draw the forces in a schematic please. 5B) How many RPM would a 25 m diameter Ferris Wheel need to make for the passenger to feel weightless at the topmost point.

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5A)  How fast in RPM must a Centrifuge rotate if a particle 12 cm from the axis

        of rotation is to experience an acceleration of 120,000 g’s ?

   Draw the forces in a schematic please.

 

     5B)  How many RPM would a 25 m diameter Ferris Wheel need to make for the    

        passenger to feel weightless at the topmost point. 

        Draw Schematic and show all applied forces at the top of the wheel.

 

 

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