Δ𝛳 (Change in Angular Position)
Definition
Δ𝛳 represents how much an object has rotated or changed its angular position. It is measured in radians and can be positive or negative depending on whether there was clockwise or counterclockwise rotation.
Related terms
Angular Displacement: A change in angular position, similar to Δ𝛳 but without specifying direction.
Angular Acceleration: The rate at which an object's angular velocity changes over time.
Periodic Motion: Motion that repeats itself after a certain interval of time, such as swinging pendulum.
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AP Physics C: Mechanics - 5.2 Rotational Kinematics
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