Centrifugal and centripetal force

In summary, the grass planted in a spinning container will likely bend towards the center due to the direction of force. However, it is possible for it to grow or bend in other directions as well, especially if it is shorter in height.
  • #1
Noziroh
There is a grass planted in a container which spins.
Will the grass grow from the center of the container or will it bend towards the center.
These are provided answers:
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This is a question in my book and there it is stated that it will bend towards the center(A answer) but it is not explained why.

I would appreciate any help, thanks :D
 
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In theory, grass tries to grow along the direction of force, as this is the most stable configuration. That leads to "a".
In reality, grass can grow or bend in other directions, too, especially if it does not exceed a height of a few cm.
 

Related to Centrifugal and centripetal force

1. What is the difference between centrifugal and centripetal force?

Centrifugal force is the apparent outward force experienced by an object moving in a circular path, while centripetal force is the actual force that pulls an object towards the center of the circular path.

2. How are centrifugal and centripetal force related to each other?

Centrifugal force is a result of the inertia of an object moving in a circular path, while centripetal force is the force needed to keep the object from flying off of that path. They are essentially two sides of the same coin.

3. Can centrifugal and centripetal force be considered as real forces?

Centrifugal and centripetal force are considered as pseudo or fictitious forces, as they are not caused by an interaction between two objects, but rather by the motion of an object in a curved path.

4. How does the direction of centrifugal and centripetal force change with respect to the motion of the object?

The direction of centrifugal force is always outwards, away from the center of the circular path, while the direction of centripetal force is always towards the center of the circular path, pulling the object inwards.

5. What are some real-life examples of centrifugal and centripetal force?

A common example of centrifugal force is the feeling of being pushed outwards when a car takes a sharp turn. An example of centripetal force is the gravitational pull that keeps planets in orbit around the sun.

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