why is motion of frisbee thrown in air not a rolling motion?
Asked by mac12303190
| 10th Nov, 2010,
12:00: AM
Expert Answer:
Dear Student,
A frisbee has its weight concentrated around the rim to maximize this stabilizing effect. Throwing a Frisbee without any spin allows it to tumble to the ground. The momentum of the spin also gives it orientational stability, allowing the Frisbee to receive a steady lift from the air as it passes through it. The faster the Frisbee spins, the greater its stability.
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Dear Student,
A frisbee has its weight concentrated around the rim to maximize this stabilizing effect. Throwing a Frisbee without any spin allows it to tumble to the ground. The momentum of the spin also gives it orientational stability, allowing the Frisbee to receive a steady lift from the air as it passes through it. The faster the Frisbee spins, the greater its stability.
Hope this helps.
Team
Topperlearning.com
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| 22nd Nov, 2010,
01:45: PM
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