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MediumMCQ
Three particles are situated on a light and rigid rod along the $Y$-axis as shown in the figure. If the system is rotating with an angular velocity of $2 \, rad/s$ about the $X$-axis,then the total kinetic energy of the system is ...... $J$.
Question diagram
A
$92$
B
$184$
C
$276$
D
$46$

Solution

(B) The moment of inertia $I$ of the system about the $X$-axis is given by $I = \sum m_i r_i^2$,where $r_i$ is the perpendicular distance of the $i$-th particle from the $X$-axis.
Given masses and their positions on the $Y$-axis:
$m_1 = 4.00 \, kg$ at $y_1 = 3.00 \, m$,so $r_1 = 3.00 \, m$.
$m_2 = 2.00 \, kg$ at $y_2 = -2.00 \, m$,so $r_2 = 2.00 \, m$.
$m_3 = 3.00 \, kg$ at $y_3 = -4.00 \, m$,so $r_3 = 4.00 \, m$.
Calculating the moment of inertia:
$I = (4.00 \, kg)(3.00 \, m)^2 + (2.00 \, kg)(2.00 \, m)^2 + (3.00 \, kg)(4.00 \, m)^2$
$I = (4.00 \times 9) + (2.00 \times 4) + (3.00 \times 16) = 36 + 8 + 48 = 92 \, kg \cdot m^2$.
The rotational kinetic energy is given by $K.E. = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Given $\omega = 2 \, rad/s$:
$K.E. = \frac{1}{2} \times 92 \times (2)^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 92 \times 4 = 184 \, J$.
2
MediumMCQ
The ratio of rotational and translatory kinetic energies of a sphere is
A
$2/9$
B
$2/7$
C
$2/5$
D
$7/2$

Solution

(C) Rotational kinetic energy is given by $K E_{R} = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^{2}$.
Since the sphere is rolling without slipping,$\omega = \frac{v}{R}$.
Substituting this,$K E_{R} = \frac{1}{2} I \left(\frac{v}{R}\right)^{2}$.
The moment of inertia of a solid sphere about its center is $I = \frac{2}{5} m R^{2}$.
Substituting $I$ into the equation: $K E_{R} = \frac{1}{2} \left(\frac{2}{5} m R^{2}\right) \frac{v^{2}}{R^{2}} = \frac{1}{5} m v^{2}$.
Translational kinetic energy is $K E_{T} = \frac{1}{2} m v^{2}$.
The ratio is $\frac{K E_{R}}{K E_{T}} = \frac{\frac{1}{5} m v^{2}}{\frac{1}{2} m v^{2}} = \frac{2}{5}$.
3
MediumMCQ
Rotational kinetic energy of a given body about an axis is proportional to
A
$Time\ period$
B
$(Time\ period)^2$
C
$(Time\ period)^{-1}$
D
$(Time\ period)^{-2}$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy $(K_r)$ of a body is given by the formula $K_r = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia and $\omega$ is the angular velocity.
We know that the angular velocity $\omega$ is related to the time period $(T)$ by the relation $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T}$.
Substituting this into the expression for rotational kinetic energy,we get $K_r = \frac{1}{2} I \left( \frac{2\pi}{T} \right)^2$.
Simplifying this,we get $K_r = \frac{1}{2} I \frac{4\pi^2}{T^2} = \frac{2\pi^2 I}{T^2}$.
Since $I$ and $\pi$ are constants for a given body rotating about a fixed axis,we have $K_r \propto \frac{1}{T^2}$.
Therefore,$K_r \propto (Time\ period)^{-2}$.
4
MediumMCQ
If a body completes one revolution in $\pi \ s$,then the moment of inertia is related to the rotational kinetic energy $(K)$ by which of the following expressions?
A
Equal to rotational kinetic energy
B
Double of rotational kinetic energy
C
Half of rotational kinetic energy
D
Four times the rotational kinetic energy

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $(K)$ of a body is given by the formula: $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia and $\omega$ is the angular velocity.
Given that the body completes one revolution in $T = \pi \ s$,the angular velocity is $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T} = \frac{2\pi}{\pi} = 2 \ rad/s$.
Substituting the value of $\omega$ into the kinetic energy formula:
$K = \frac{1}{2} I (2)^2 = \frac{1}{2} I (4) = 2I$.
Therefore,$I = \frac{K}{2}$,which means the moment of inertia is half of the rotational kinetic energy.
5
MediumMCQ
If the rotational kinetic energy of a body is increased by $300\ \%$,then the percentage increase in its angular momentum will be .......... $\%$
A
$600$
B
$150$
C
$100$
D
$1500$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $E$ and angular momentum $L$ are related by the formula $E = \frac{L^2}{2I}$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia.
This implies $L = \sqrt{2IE}$,so $L \propto \sqrt{E}$.
Let the initial kinetic energy be $E_1 = E$.
The new kinetic energy $E_2$ is increased by $300\ \%$,so $E_2 = E + 300\% \text{ of } E = E + 3E = 4E$.
The ratio of the new angular momentum $L_2$ to the initial angular momentum $L_1$ is $\frac{L_2}{L_1} = \sqrt{\frac{E_2}{E_1}} = \sqrt{\frac{4E}{E}} = 2$.
Thus,$L_2 = 2L_1$.
The percentage increase in angular momentum is given by $\frac{L_2 - L_1}{L_1} \times 100\ \% = \frac{2L_1 - L_1}{L_1} \times 100\ \% = 100\ \%$.
6
MediumMCQ
If $L, M$,and $P$ are the angular momentum,mass,and linear momentum of a particle respectively,which of the following represents the kinetic energy of the particle when the particle rotates in a circle of radius $R$?
A
$\frac{L^2}{2M}$
B
$\frac{P^2}{2MR}$
C
$\frac{L^2}{2MR^2}$
D
$\frac{MP}{2}$

Solution

(C) The kinetic energy $(K.E.)$ of a particle is given by $K.E. = \frac{1}{2} M v^2$.
We know that the linear momentum $P = Mv$,so $v = \frac{P}{M}$.
Substituting this into the kinetic energy formula: $K.E. = \frac{1}{2} M \left(\frac{P}{M}\right)^2 = \frac{P^2}{2M}$.
For a particle rotating in a circle of radius $R$,the angular momentum $L$ is given by $L = MvR = PR$.
Therefore,$P = \frac{L}{R}$.
Substituting $P = \frac{L}{R}$ into the kinetic energy expression $K.E. = \frac{P^2}{2M}$,we get:
$K.E. = \frac{(L/R)^2}{2M} = \frac{L^2}{2MR^2}$.
7
DifficultMCQ
$A$ uniform thin rod of length $l$ and mass $m$ is suspended from one of its ends and is rotated at $f$ rotations per second. The rotational kinetic energy of the rod will be
A
$\frac{2}{3}{\pi ^2}{f^2}m{l^2}$
B
$\frac{4}{3}{f^2}m{l^2}$
C
$4{\pi ^2}{f^2}m{l^2}$
D
Zero

Solution

(A) The moment of inertia of a uniform thin rod of mass $m$ and length $l$ about an axis passing through one of its ends is given by $I = \frac{1}{3}ml^2$.
The angular velocity $\omega$ in terms of frequency $f$ is given by $\omega = 2\pi f$.
The rotational kinetic energy $K$ is given by the formula $K = \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2$.
Substituting the values of $I$ and $\omega$ into the formula:
$K = \frac{1}{2} \times (\frac{1}{3}ml^2) \times (2\pi f)^2$
$K = \frac{1}{6}ml^2 \times 4\pi^2 f^2$
$K = \frac{2}{3}\pi^2 f^2 ml^2$.
Thus,the correct option is $A$.
8
MediumMCQ
$A$ ring of radius $0.5\, m$ and mass $10 \,kg$ is rotating about its diameter with an angular velocity of $20 \,rad/s.$ Its kinetic energy is .......... $J$.
A
$10$
B
$100$
C
$500$
D
$250$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy $K$ of a body rotating about an axis is given by $K = \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2$.
For a ring of mass $M$ and radius $R$ rotating about its diameter,the moment of inertia $I$ is given by $I = \frac{1}{2}MR^2$.
Given: $M = 10 \,kg$,$R = 0.5 \,m$,and $\omega = 20 \,rad/s$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$I = \frac{1}{2} \times 10 \times (0.5)^2 = 5 \times 0.25 = 1.25 \,kg \cdot m^2$.
Now,calculate the kinetic energy:
$K = \frac{1}{2} \times 1.25 \times (20)^2$
$K = \frac{1}{2} \times 1.25 \times 400$
$K = 1.25 \times 200 = 250 \,J$.
9
DifficultMCQ
If the angular momentum of a rotating body is increased by $200\ \%$,then its kinetic energy of rotation will be increased by .......... $\%$
A
$400$
B
$800$
C
$200$
D
$100$

Solution

(B) The rotational kinetic energy $E$ is related to angular momentum $L$ and moment of inertia $I$ by the formula $E = \frac{L^2}{2I}$.
Since $I$ remains constant,we have $E \propto L^2$,which implies $\frac{E_2}{E_1} = \left( \frac{L_2}{L_1} \right)^2$.
Given that the angular momentum is increased by $200\ \%$,the new angular momentum $L_2 = L_1 + 200\% \text{ of } L_1 = L_1 + 2L_1 = 3L_1$.
Substituting this into the ratio: $\frac{E_2}{E_1} = \left( \frac{3L_1}{L_1} \right)^2 = 3^2 = 9$.
Therefore,$E_2 = 9E_1$.
The percentage increase in kinetic energy is given by $\frac{E_2 - E_1}{E_1} \times 100\% = \frac{9E_1 - E_1}{E_1} \times 100\% = 8 \times 100\% = 800\%$.
10
EasyMCQ
$A$ flywheel of moment of inertia $0.32 \ kg \cdot m^2$ is rotated steadily at $120 \ rad/s$ by a $50 \ W$ electric motor. The kinetic energy of the flywheel is .......... $J$.
A
$4608$
B
$1152$
C
$2304$
D
$6912$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $K_R$ of a body is given by the formula $K_R = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Given:
Moment of inertia $I = 0.32 \ kg \cdot m^2$
Angular velocity $\omega = 120 \ rad/s$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$K_R = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.32 \times (120)^2$
$K_R = 0.16 \times 14400$
$K_R = 2304 \ J$.
11
EasyMCQ
If the rotational kinetic energy is $50\%$ of the total kinetic energy,then the body is a .......... .
A
Ring
B
Cylinder
C
Hollow sphere
D
Solid sphere

Solution

(A) The total kinetic energy $(K_{total})$ is the sum of translational kinetic energy $(K_t)$ and rotational kinetic energy $(K_r)$.
Given that $K_r = 50\% \text{ of } K_{total}$,it implies $K_r = K_t$.
We know $K_r = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$ and $K_t = \frac{1}{2} mv^2$.
Equating them: $\frac{1}{2} I \omega^2 = \frac{1}{2} mv^2$.
Since $v = \omega r$,we have $\frac{1}{2} I \omega^2 = \frac{1}{2} m(\omega r)^2$.
Simplifying,$I \omega^2 = m \omega^2 r^2$,which gives $I = mr^2$.
The moment of inertia $I = mr^2$ corresponds to a ring.
12
DifficultMCQ
$A$ body completes one rotation in $1 \ s$. What is its moment of inertia if its rotational kinetic energy is $E_R$?
A
Equal to rotational kinetic energy
B
Twice the rotational kinetic energy
C
Half the rotational kinetic energy
D
Four times the rotational kinetic energy

Solution

(C) The angular velocity $\omega$ is given by $\omega = \frac{2\pi}{T}$.
Given $T = 1 \ s$,we have $\omega = 2\pi \ rad/s$.
The rotational kinetic energy is $E_R = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Substituting the value of $\omega$: $E_R = \frac{1}{2} I (2\pi)^2 = \frac{1}{2} I (4\pi^2) = 2\pi^2 I$.
Therefore,the moment of inertia $I = \frac{E_R}{2\pi^2}$.
13
MediumMCQ
The moments of inertia of two bodies about their axes of rotation are $I$ and $2I$ respectively. If their rotational kinetic energies are equal,what is the ratio of their angular velocities?
A
$2:1$
B
$1:2$
C
$\sqrt{2}:1$
D
$1:\sqrt{2}$

Solution

(C) Given: $I_1 = I$ and $I_2 = 2I$.
Rotational kinetic energy is given by $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Since the rotational kinetic energies are equal,we have $K_1 = K_2$.
Therefore,$\frac{1}{2} I_1 \omega_1^2 = \frac{1}{2} I_2 \omega_2^2$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{1}{2} (I) \omega_1^2 = \frac{1}{2} (2I) \omega_2^2$.
Simplifying the equation: $\omega_1^2 = 2 \omega_2^2$.
Taking the square root on both sides: $\frac{\omega_1}{\omega_2} = \sqrt{\frac{2}{1}} = \frac{\sqrt{2}}{1}$.
Thus,the ratio of their angular velocities is $\sqrt{2}:1$.
14
MediumMCQ
$A$ thin rod of length $L$ is suspended from one end and rotates with $n$ revolutions per second. What will be the rotational kinetic energy of the rod?
A
$2 \ mL^2 \pi^2 n^2$
B
$\frac{1}{2} \ mL^2 \pi^2 n^2$
C
$\frac{2}{3} \ mL^2 \pi^2 n^2$
D
$\frac{1}{6} \ mL^2 \pi^2 n^2$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy is given by $K_{rot} = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
For a thin rod of mass $m$ and length $L$ rotating about one end,the moment of inertia is $I = \frac{mL^2}{3}$.
The angular velocity $\omega$ in terms of revolutions per second $n$ is $\omega = 2 \pi n$.
Substituting these values into the formula:
$K_{rot} = \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{mL^2}{3} \right) (2 \pi n)^2$
$K_{rot} = \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{mL^2}{3} \right) (4 \pi^2 n^2)$
$K_{rot} = \frac{2}{3} mL^2 \pi^2 n^2$.
15
DifficultMCQ
The angular momentum of a body rotating about a fixed axis is increased by $10\%$. What is the percentage increase in its rotational kinetic energy (in $\%$)?
A
$10$
B
$20$
C
$21$
D
$5$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $K$ is related to angular momentum $L$ and moment of inertia $I$ by the formula: $K = \frac{L^2}{2I}$.
Since the moment of inertia $I$ is constant for a body rotating about a fixed axis, we have $K \propto L^2$.
Let the initial angular momentum be $L_1 = L$ and the final angular momentum be $L_2 = L + 0.10L = 1.10L$.
The ratio of kinetic energies is $\frac{K_2}{K_1} = \left( \frac{L_2}{L_1} \right)^2 = (1.10)^2 = 1.21$.
This means $K_2 = 1.21 K_1$.
The percentage increase in kinetic energy is given by $\frac{K_2 - K_1}{K_1} \times 100\% = (1.21 - 1) \times 100\% = 0.21 \times 100\% = 21\%$.
16
DifficultMCQ
If the angular momentum of a body is increased by $200\%$,then the percentage increase in its rotational kinetic energy will be ........ $\%$.
A
$300$
B
$100$
C
$650$
D
$800$

Solution

(D) Let the initial angular momentum be $L_1 = L$.
Since the angular momentum is increased by $200\%$,the new angular momentum is $L_2 = L + 2.00L = 3L$.
The rotational kinetic energy $E$ is related to angular momentum $L$ by the formula $E = \frac{L^2}{2I}$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia.
Assuming $I$ remains constant,the ratio of kinetic energies is $\frac{E_2}{E_1} = \frac{L_2^2}{L_1^2} = \frac{(3L)^2}{L^2} = 9$.
The percentage increase in rotational kinetic energy is given by $\left( \frac{E_2 - E_1}{E_1} \right) \times 100\% = \left( \frac{E_2}{E_1} - 1 \right) \times 100\%$.
Substituting the values,we get $(9 - 1) \times 100\% = 8 \times 100\% = 800\%$.
Thus,the rotational kinetic energy increases by $800\%$.
17
MediumMCQ
Two rotating bodies $A$ and $B$ of masses $m$ and $2m$ with moments of inertia $I_A$ and $I_B$ $(I_B > I_A)$ have equal kinetic energy of rotation. If $L_A$ and $L_B$ are their angular momenta respectively,then:
A
$L_B > L_A$
B
$L_A > L_B$
C
$L_A = \frac{L_B}{2}$
D
$L_A = 2L_B$

Solution

(A) The rotational kinetic energy $K$ is related to the angular momentum $L$ and moment of inertia $I$ by the formula $K = \frac{L^2}{2I}$.
Given that the kinetic energies are equal,$K_A = K_B$.
Therefore,$\frac{L_A^2}{2I_A} = \frac{L_B^2}{2I_B}$.
This implies $\frac{L_A^2}{L_B^2} = \frac{I_A}{I_B}$.
Taking the square root on both sides,we get $\frac{L_A}{L_B} = \sqrt{\frac{I_A}{I_B}}$.
Since it is given that $I_B > I_A$,it follows that $\frac{I_A}{I_B} < 1$.
Thus,$\frac{L_A}{L_B} < 1$,which means $L_A < L_B$ or $L_B > L_A$.
18
MediumMCQ
$A$ solid sphere of mass $m$ and radius $R$ is rotating about its diameter. $A$ solid cylinder of the same mass and same radius is also rotating about its geometrical axis with an angular speed twice that of the sphere. The ratio of their kinetic energies of rotation $E_{sphere}/E_{cylinder}$ will be
A
$1:4$
B
$3:1$
C
$2:3$
D
$1:5$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy is given by $E = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
For the solid sphere rotating about its diameter,the moment of inertia is $I_s = \frac{2}{5} m R^2$.
For the solid cylinder rotating about its geometrical axis,the moment of inertia is $I_c = \frac{1}{2} m R^2$.
Given that the angular speed of the cylinder is twice that of the sphere,we have $\omega_c = 2 \omega_s$.
The ratio of their kinetic energies is:
$\frac{E_{sphere}}{E_{cylinder}} = \frac{\frac{1}{2} I_s \omega_s^2}{\frac{1}{2} I_c \omega_c^2} = \frac{I_s \omega_s^2}{I_c (2 \omega_s)^2} = \frac{I_s}{4 I_c}$.
Substituting the values of $I_s$ and $I_c$:
$\frac{E_{sphere}}{E_{cylinder}} = \frac{\frac{2}{5} m R^2}{4 \times \frac{1}{2} m R^2} = \frac{2/5}{2} = \frac{1}{5}$.
Thus,the ratio is $1:5$.
19
EasyMCQ
$A$ flywheel rotating about a fixed axis has a kinetic energy of $360 \ J$ when its angular speed is $30 \ rad/s$. The moment of inertia of the wheel about the axis of rotation is ...... $kg \ m^2$.
A
$0.6$
B
$0.15$
C
$0.8$
D
$0.75$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $(K)$ of a body rotating about a fixed axis is given by the formula: $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia and $\omega$ is the angular speed.
Given:
Kinetic energy $(K)$ = $360 \ J$
Angular speed $(\omega)$ = $30 \ rad/s$
Substituting the values into the formula:
$360 = \frac{1}{2} \times I \times (30)^2$
$360 = \frac{1}{2} \times I \times 900$
$360 = 450 \times I$
$I = \frac{360}{450}$
$I = 0.8 \ kg \ m^2$
Therefore,the moment of inertia of the wheel is $0.8 \ kg \ m^2$.
20
EasyMCQ
The rotational kinetic energy of an object is $E$ and its moment of inertia is $I$. The angular momentum of the object will be:
A
$EI$
B
$2\sqrt{EI}$
C
$\sqrt{2EI}$
D
$E/I$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $E$ of a rotating body is given by the formula $E = \frac{L^2}{2I}$,where $L$ is the angular momentum and $I$ is the moment of inertia.
Rearranging the formula to solve for $L$:
$L^2 = 2EI$
$L = \sqrt{2EI}$
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
21
MediumMCQ
Two bodies have their moments of inertia $I$ and $2I$ respectively about their axis of rotation. If their kinetic energies of rotation are equal,their angular momentum will be in the ratio
A
$1:2$
B
$\sqrt{2}:1$
C
$2:1$
D
$1:\sqrt{2}$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy $(KE)$ is related to the angular momentum $(L)$ and moment of inertia $(I)$ by the formula: $KE = \frac{L^2}{2I}$.
Given that the rotational kinetic energies are equal $(KE_1 = KE_2)$,we have:
$\frac{L_1^2}{2I_1} = \frac{L_2^2}{2I_2}$
Substituting the given values $I_1 = I$ and $I_2 = 2I$:
$\frac{L_1^2}{2I} = \frac{L_2^2}{2(2I)}$
$\frac{L_1^2}{I} = \frac{L_2^2}{2I}$
$\frac{L_1^2}{L_2^2} = \frac{I}{2I} = \frac{1}{2}$
Taking the square root on both sides:
$\frac{L_1}{L_2} = \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$
Thus,the ratio of their angular momenta is $1:\sqrt{2}$.
22
MediumMCQ
$A$ ring of mass $10 \ kg$ and radius $0.5 \ m$ is rotating about its diameter with an angular velocity of $20 \ rad/s$. Its rotational kinetic energy is .......... $J$.
A
$10$
B
$100$
C
$500$
D
$250$

Solution

(D) The moment of inertia of a ring about its diameter is given by $I = \frac{1}{2}MR^2$.
Given: $M = 10 \ kg$,$R = 0.5 \ m$,$\omega = 20 \ rad/s$.
Substituting the values: $I = \frac{1}{2} \times 10 \times (0.5)^2 = 5 \times 0.25 = 1.25 \ kg \cdot m^2$.
The rotational kinetic energy $K$ is given by $K = \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2$.
$K = \frac{1}{2} \times 1.25 \times (20)^2$.
$K = \frac{1}{2} \times 1.25 \times 400 = 1.25 \times 200 = 250 \ J$.
23
MediumMCQ
Two bodies $A$ and $B$ are rotating freely with moments of inertia $I_A$ and $I_B$ respectively. Given $I_A > I_B$ and their angular momenta are equal. If $K_A$ and $K_B$ are their rotational kinetic energies,then:
A
$K_A = K_B$
B
$K_A > K_B$
C
$K_A < K_B$
D
$K_A = 2K_B$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $K$ of a body is related to its angular momentum $L$ and moment of inertia $I$ by the formula: $K = \frac{L^2}{2I}$.
Given that the angular momenta are equal $(L_A = L_B = L)$,the kinetic energy is inversely proportional to the moment of inertia: $K \propto \frac{1}{I}$.
Since $I_A > I_B$,it follows that $\frac{1}{I_A} < \frac{1}{I_B}$.
Therefore,$K_A < K_B$.
24
EasyMCQ
What is the ratio of the rotational kinetic energy to the translational kinetic energy of a solid sphere?
A
$2/9$
B
$2/7$
C
$2/5$
D
$7/2$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $(K_{rot})$ is given by $\frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$,where $I = \frac{2}{5} mR^2$ for a solid sphere and $\omega = v/R$.
Substituting these,$K_{rot} = \frac{1}{2} (\frac{2}{5} mR^2) (v/R)^2 = \frac{1}{5} mv^2$.
The translational kinetic energy $(K_{trans})$ is $\frac{1}{2} mv^2$.
The ratio of rotational kinetic energy to translational kinetic energy is $\frac{K_{rot}}{K_{trans}} = \frac{\frac{1}{5} mv^2}{\frac{1}{2} mv^2} = \frac{2}{5}$.
25
EasyMCQ
If the moment of inertia of an object is $I$ and its angular velocity is $\omega$,then its rotational kinetic energy will be:
A
$\frac{1}{2} I \omega$
B
$\frac{1}{2} I^2 \omega$
C
$\frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$
D
$\frac{1}{2} I^2 \omega^2$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $(K_{rot})$ of a rigid body rotating about a fixed axis is given by the formula:
$K_{rot} = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$
where $I$ is the moment of inertia of the object and $\omega$ is its angular velocity.
Comparing this with the given options,the correct expression is $\frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
26
DifficultMCQ
$A$ flywheel is in the form of a solid circular disc with a mass of $72 \ kg$ and a radius of $0.5 \ m$. If it rotates at $70 \ rpm$,its rotational kinetic energy is ........ $J$.
A
$24$
B
$240$
C
$2.4$
D
$2400$

Solution

(B) The rotational kinetic energy $K_R$ is given by the formula $K_R = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
For a solid circular disc,the moment of inertia $I = \frac{1}{2} M R^2$.
The angular velocity $\omega$ in radians per second is $\omega = 2 \pi n$,where $n$ is the frequency in revolutions per second.
Given $M = 72 \ kg$,$R = 0.5 \ m$,and $n = \frac{70}{60} \ rev/s$.
Substituting these values:
$I = \frac{1}{2} \times 72 \times (0.5)^2 = 36 \times 0.25 = 9 \ kg \cdot m^2$.
$\omega = 2 \pi \times \frac{70}{60} = \frac{7 \pi}{3} \ rad/s$.
$K_R = \frac{1}{2} \times 9 \times \left( \frac{7 \pi}{3} \right)^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 9 \times \frac{49 \pi^2}{9} = \frac{49 \pi^2}{2} \approx \frac{49 \times 9.8696}{2} \approx 241.8 \ J$.
Rounding to the nearest provided option,the value is $240 \ J$.
27
MediumMCQ
$A$ body rotating with an angular velocity of $3 \ rad/s$ has a moment of inertia of $3 \ kg \cdot m^2$ about its axis of rotation. The rotational kinetic energy of this body is equal to the translational kinetic energy of another body of mass $27 \ kg$. The speed of the $27 \ kg$ mass body is .......... $m/s$.
A
$1.0$
B
$0.5$
C
$1.5$
D
$2.0$

Solution

(A) The rotational kinetic energy $(K_{rot})$ of the rotating body is given by $K_{rot} = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Given $I = 3 \ kg \cdot m^2$ and $\omega = 3 \ rad/s$,we have:
$K_{rot} = \frac{1}{2} \times 3 \times (3)^2 = \frac{1}{2} \times 3 \times 9 = 13.5 \ J$.
The translational kinetic energy $(K_{trans})$ of the second body is given by $K_{trans} = \frac{1}{2} m v^2$.
Given $m = 27 \ kg$ and $K_{trans} = K_{rot} = 13.5 \ J$,we have:
$\frac{1}{2} \times 27 \times v^2 = 13.5$.
$v^2 = \frac{13.5 \times 2}{27} = \frac{27}{27} = 1$.
Therefore,$v = 1 \ m/s$.
28
MediumMCQ
$A$ ring of radius $r$ and mass $m$ is rotating with an angular velocity $\omega$ about an axis passing through its center and perpendicular to its plane. Its kinetic energy will be:
A
$mr\omega^2$
B
$mr^2\omega^2/2$
C
$mr^2\omega^2$
D
$\frac{1}{2}mr^2\omega^2$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy $K_R$ of a body is given by the formula $K_R = \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2$.
For a ring of mass $m$ and radius $r$,the moment of inertia $I$ about an axis passing through its center and perpendicular to its plane is $I = mr^2$.
Substituting the value of $I$ into the kinetic energy formula:
$K_R = \frac{1}{2}(mr^2)\omega^2 = \frac{1}{2}mr^2\omega^2$.
Thus,the correct option is $D$.
29
MediumMCQ
$A$ solid spherical ball of mass $1 \, kg$ and radius $3 \, cm$ is rotating with an angular velocity of $50 \, rad/s$ about an axis passing through its center. The rotational kinetic energy is:
A
$4500 \, J$
B
$90 \, J$
C
$910 \, J$
D
$9/20 \, J$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy $K_R$ is given by the formula $K_R = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
For a solid sphere,the moment of inertia $I$ about its center is $I = \frac{2}{5} M R^2$.
Given: $M = 1 \, kg$,$R = 3 \, cm = 0.03 \, m$,and $\omega = 50 \, rad/s$.
Substituting the values:
$I = \frac{2}{5} \times 1 \times (0.03)^2 = \frac{2}{5} \times 0.0009 = 0.00036 \, kg \cdot m^2$.
Now,$K_R = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.00036 \times (50)^2$.
$K_R = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.00036 \times 2500$.
$K_R = 0.00018 \times 2500 = 0.45 \, J$.
Since $0.45 = 45/100 = 9/20$,the rotational kinetic energy is $9/20 \, J$.
30
EasyMCQ
Two objects have moments of inertia $I_1$ and $I_2$ $(I_1 > I_2)$ and their angular velocities are equal. If their rotational kinetic energies are $E_1$ and $E_2$ respectively,then:
A
$E_1 \ge E_2$
B
$E_1 > E_2$
C
$E_1 < E_2$
D
$E_1 = E_2$

Solution

(B) The rotational kinetic energy $E$ of a body is given by the formula $E = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia and $\omega$ is the angular velocity.
Given that the angular velocities are equal $(\omega_1 = \omega_2 = \omega)$,the rotational kinetic energy becomes directly proportional to the moment of inertia: $E \propto I$.
Since it is given that $I_1 > I_2$,it follows that $E_1 > E_2$.
31
MediumMCQ
If the rotational kinetic energy of an object is $50\%$ of its linear kinetic energy,then the object is:
A
Ring
B
Cylinder
C
Hollow sphere
D
Solid sphere

Solution

(B) Given that the rotational kinetic energy $K_R$ is $50\%$ of the linear kinetic energy $K_T$.
$K_R = 0.5 K_T$
Using the formulas $K_R = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2 = \frac{1}{2} (Mk^2) (v/R)^2 = \frac{1}{2} Mv^2 (k^2/R^2)$ and $K_T = \frac{1}{2} Mv^2$,we get:
$\frac{1}{2} Mv^2 (k^2/R^2) = 0.5 \times \frac{1}{2} Mv^2$
$\frac{k^2}{R^2} = 0.5 = \frac{1}{2}$
For a solid cylinder,the moment of inertia is $I = \frac{1}{2} MR^2$,so $k^2 = \frac{1}{2} R^2$,which implies $\frac{k^2}{R^2} = \frac{1}{2}$.
Thus,the object is a solid cylinder.
32
EasyMCQ
$A$ wheel (rim) of mass $6 \ kg$ and radius $40 \ cm$ is rotating at a rate of $300 \ rpm$. The rotational kinetic energy of the wheel is:
A
$48\pi^2 \ J$
B
$48 \ J$
C
$48\pi \ J$
D
$\frac{48}{\pi} \ J$

Solution

(A) Given: Mass $M = 6 \ kg$,Radius $R = 40 \ cm = 0.4 \ m$,Frequency $f = 300 \ rpm = \frac{300}{60} \ rps = 5 \ Hz$.
For a rim (hoop),the moment of inertia $I = MR^2 = 6 \times (0.4)^2 = 6 \times 0.16 = 0.96 \ kg \cdot m^2$.
The angular velocity $\omega = 2\pi f = 2\pi \times 5 = 10\pi \ rad/s$.
The rotational kinetic energy $K_R = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Substituting the values: $K_R = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.96 \times (10\pi)^2$.
$K_R = 0.48 \times 100\pi^2 = 48\pi^2 \ J$.
33
EasyMCQ
$A$ ring of mass $m$ and radius $r$ rotates about an axis passing through its centre and perpendicular to its plane with angular velocity $\omega$. Its kinetic energy is
A
$\frac{1}{2} m r^{2} \omega^{2}$
B
$m r \omega^{2}$
C
$m r^{2} \omega^{2}$
D
$\frac{1}{2} m r \omega^{2}$

Solution

(A) The rotational kinetic energy $(K)$ of a rigid body rotating about a fixed axis is given by the formula $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^{2}$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia and $\omega$ is the angular velocity.
For a ring of mass $m$ and radius $r$ rotating about an axis passing through its centre and perpendicular to its plane,the moment of inertia is $I = m r^{2}$.
Substituting the value of $I$ into the kinetic energy formula:
$K = \frac{1}{2} (m r^{2}) \omega^{2} = \frac{1}{2} m r^{2} \omega^{2}$.
34
MediumMCQ
$A$ flywheel is making $\frac{3000}{\pi}$ revolutions per minute about its axis. If the moment of inertia of the flywheel about that axis is $400 \ kg \ m^2$,its rotational kinetic energy is
A
$2 \times 10^6 \ J$
B
$3 \times 10^3 \ J$
C
$500 \ \pi^2 \ J$
D
$12 \times 10^3 \ J$

Solution

(A) The number of revolutions per minute is given as $N = \frac{3000}{\pi} \ rpm$.
The frequency $n$ in Hertz is $n = \frac{N}{60} = \frac{3000}{60 \times \pi} = \frac{50}{\pi} \ Hz$.
The angular velocity $\omega$ is given by $\omega = 2 \pi n = 2 \pi \times \frac{50}{\pi} = 100 \ rad/s$.
The moment of inertia $I$ is $400 \ kg \ m^2$.
The rotational kinetic energy $K$ is calculated using the formula $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Substituting the values: $K = \frac{1}{2} \times 400 \times (100)^2 = 200 \times 10000 = 2 \times 10^6 \ J$.
35
MediumMCQ
$A$ spherical solid ball of $1\,kg$ mass and radius $30\,cm$ is rotating about an axis passing through its centre with an angular velocity of $50\,rad/s$. The kinetic energy of rotation is ......... $J$.
A
$4500$
B
$90$
C
$910$
D
$45$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy $(K.E._{rot})$ is given by the formula: $K.E._{rot} = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
For a solid sphere,the moment of inertia $(I)$ about an axis passing through its centre is $I = \frac{2}{5} MR^2$.
Given: Mass $(M)$ = $1\,kg$,Radius $(R)$ = $30\,cm = 0.3\,m$,Angular velocity $(\omega)$ = $50\,rad/s$.
Substituting the values into the formula:
$I = \frac{2}{5} \times 1 \times (0.3)^2 = 0.4 \times 0.09 = 0.036\,kg \cdot m^2$.
$K.E._{rot} = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.036 \times (50)^2$.
$K.E._{rot} = 0.5 \times 0.036 \times 2500$.
$K.E._{rot} = 0.018 \times 2500 = 45\,J$.
36
DifficultMCQ
$A$ flywheel is in the form of a solid circular disc of mass $72 \ kg$ and radius of $0.5 \ m$. If it rotates at $70 \ r.p.m.$,then the rotational kinetic energy is approximately ....... $J$.
A
$24$
B
$240$
C
$2.4$
D
$2400$

Solution

(B) The rotational kinetic energy $(K.E._{rot})$ is given by the formula: $K.E._{rot} = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^{2}$.
First,calculate the moment of inertia $(I)$ for a solid circular disc: $I = \frac{1}{2} M R^{2} = \frac{1}{2} \times 72 \times (0.5)^{2} = 36 \times 0.25 = 9 \ kg \cdot m^{2}$.
Next,convert the angular velocity $(\omega)$ from $r.p.m.$ to $rad/s$: $\omega = \frac{70 \times 2 \pi}{60} = \frac{7 \pi}{3} \approx 7.33 \ rad/s$.
Now,substitute these values into the kinetic energy formula: $K.E._{rot} = \frac{1}{2} \times 9 \times (7.33)^{2} \approx 0.5 \times 9 \times 53.72 \approx 241.7 \ J$.
Rounding to the nearest provided option,the energy is approximately $240 \ J$.
37
MediumMCQ
$A$ spherical solid ball of $10\,kg$ mass and radius $3\,cm$ is rotating about an axis passing through its centre with an angular velocity of $50\,rad/s$. The kinetic energy of rotation is ....... $J$.
A
$4500$
B
$90$
C
$910$
D
$450$

Solution

(D) The moment of inertia of a solid sphere about its diameter is given by $I = \frac{2}{5}MR^2$.
Given: $M = 10\,kg$,$R = 3\,cm = 0.03\,m$,and $\omega = 50\,rad/s$.
First,calculate the moment of inertia:
$I = \frac{2}{5} \times 10\,kg \times (0.03\,m)^2 = 4 \times 0.0009\,kg \cdot m^2 = 0.0036\,kg \cdot m^2$.
The rotational kinetic energy is given by $K_R = \frac{1}{2}I\omega^2$.
$K_R = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.0036\,kg \cdot m^2 \times (50\,rad/s)^2$.
$K_R = 0.0018 \times 2500\,J = 4.5\,J$.
Wait,re-evaluating the calculation: $I = 0.4 \times 10 \times 0.0009 = 0.0036$. $K_R = 0.5 \times 0.0036 \times 2500 = 4.5\,J$. Checking options,it seems there might be a unit mismatch or typo in the question's expected magnitude. If $R=30\,cm=0.3\,m$,then $I = 0.4 \times 10 \times 0.09 = 0.36\,kg \cdot m^2$. Then $K_R = 0.5 \times 0.36 \times 2500 = 450\,J$. Thus,the correct option is $D$.
38
DifficultMCQ
If the angular momentum of a body is increased by $200\,\%$,then the increase in its rotational kinetic energy will be ....... $\%$.
A
$200$
B
$600$
C
$800$
D
$100$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $E$ is related to angular momentum $L$ by the formula $E = \frac{L^2}{2I}$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia.
Let the initial angular momentum be $L_1 = L$.
Given that the angular momentum is increased by $200\,\%$,the new angular momentum $L_2$ is:
$L_2 = L + 200\% \text{ of } L = L + 2L = 3L$.
Since $E \propto L^2$,the ratio of the new kinetic energy $E_2$ to the initial kinetic energy $E_1$ is:
$\frac{E_2}{E_1} = \left(\frac{L_2}{L_1}\right)^2 = \left(\frac{3L}{L}\right)^2 = 9$.
Therefore,$E_2 = 9E_1$.
The percentage increase in rotational kinetic energy is given by:
$\text{Percentage Increase} = \left(\frac{E_2 - E_1}{E_1}\right) \times 100\% = \left(\frac{9E_1 - E_1}{E_1}\right) \times 100\% = 8 \times 100\% = 800\%$.
39
Medium
$A$ solid cylinder of mass $20 \; kg$ rotates about its axis with angular speed $100 \; rad \; s^{-1}$. The radius of the cylinder is $0.25 \; m$. What is the kinetic energy associated with the rotation of the cylinder? What is the magnitude of angular momentum of the cylinder about its axis?

Solution

(N/A) Given:
Mass of the cylinder,$m = 20 \; kg$
Angular speed,$\omega = 100 \; rad \; s^{-1}$
Radius of the cylinder,$r = 0.25 \; m$
The moment of inertia $(I)$ of a solid cylinder about its axis is given by:
$I = \frac{1}{2} m r^2$
$I = \frac{1}{2} \times 20 \times (0.25)^2 = 10 \times 0.0625 = 0.625 \; kg \; m^2$
$1$. Rotational Kinetic Energy $(K)$:
$K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$
$K = \frac{1}{2} \times 0.625 \times (100)^2$
$K = 0.5 \times 0.625 \times 10000 = 3125 \; J$
$2$. Angular Momentum $(L)$:
$L = I \omega$
$L = 0.625 \times 100 = 62.5 \; kg \; m^2 \; s^{-1}$ (or $J \; s$)
40
Easy
Write the formula for rotational kinetic energy.

Solution

(N/A) The rotational kinetic energy $(K_{rot})$ of a rigid body rotating about a fixed axis is given by the formula:
$K_{rot} = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$
Where:
$I$ is the moment of inertia of the body about the axis of rotation.
$\omega$ is the angular velocity of the body.
41
MediumMCQ
In the given figure,two wheels $P$ and $Q$ are connected by a belt $B$. The radius of $P$ is three times as that of $Q$. In case of same rotational kinetic energy,the ratio of rotational inertias $\left(\frac{I_{P}}{I_{Q}}\right)$ will be $x: 1$. The value of $x$ will be $.....$ .
Question diagram
A
$91$
B
$81$
C
$9$
D
$3$

Solution

(C) Let the radius of wheel $Q$ be $R$ and the radius of wheel $P$ be $3R$. Since they are connected by a belt,their tangential speeds at the rim are equal,so $v = \omega_{P} (3R) = \omega_{Q} R$.
This implies $\omega_{P} = \frac{\omega_{Q}}{3}$.
The rotational kinetic energy is given by $K = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^{2}$.
Given that the rotational kinetic energies are equal,we have:
$\frac{1}{2} I_{P} \omega_{P}^{2} = \frac{1}{2} I_{Q} \omega_{Q}^{2}$
$I_{P} \left(\frac{\omega_{Q}}{3}\right)^{2} = I_{Q} \omega_{Q}^{2}$
$I_{P} \left(\frac{1}{9}\right) = I_{Q}$
$\frac{I_{P}}{I_{Q}} = 9$.
Thus,the ratio is $9: 1$,and the value of $x$ is $9$.
Solution diagram
42
MediumMCQ
$A$ thin uniform rod of length $2 \ m$,cross-sectional area $A$,and density $d$ is rotated about an axis passing through its center and perpendicular to its length with angular velocity $\omega$. If the value of $\omega$ in terms of its rotational kinetic energy $E$ is $\sqrt{\frac{\alpha E}{Ad}}$,then the value of $\alpha$ is $...........$
A
$2$
B
$1$
C
$4$
D
$3$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy is given by $E = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
For a thin uniform rod of length $\ell$ rotating about an axis through its center,the moment of inertia is $I = \frac{m \ell^2}{12}$.
The mass $m$ of the rod is given by $m = \text{density} \times \text{volume} = d \times (A \ell) = d A \ell$.
Substituting $m$ into the expression for $I$,we get $I = \frac{(d A \ell) \ell^2}{12} = \frac{d A \ell^3}{12}$.
Now,substitute $I$ into the kinetic energy formula: $E = \frac{1}{2} \left( \frac{d A \ell^3}{12} \right) \omega^2 = \frac{d A \ell^3}{24} \omega^2$.
Given $\ell = 2 \ m$,we have $E = \frac{d A (2)^3}{24} \omega^2 = \frac{8 d A}{24} \omega^2 = \frac{d A}{3} \omega^2$.
Rearranging for $\omega$,we get $\omega^2 = \frac{3 E}{d A}$,which implies $\omega = \sqrt{\frac{3 E}{d A}}$.
Comparing this with the given expression $\omega = \sqrt{\frac{\alpha E}{Ad}}$,we find $\alpha = 3$.
43
EasyMCQ
An energy of $484\,J$ is spent in increasing the speed of a flywheel from $60\,rpm$ to $360\,rpm$. The moment of inertia of the flywheel is $.............\,kg\cdot m^2$.
A
$0.7$
B
$3.22$
C
$30.8$
D
$0.07$

Solution

(A) The initial angular velocity is $\omega_i = 60\,rpm = 60 \times \frac{2\pi}{60} = 2\pi\,rad/s$.
The final angular velocity is $\omega_f = 360\,rpm = 360 \times \frac{2\pi}{60} = 12\pi\,rad/s$.
The change in rotational kinetic energy is given by $\Delta K.E. = \frac{1}{2} I (\omega_f^2 - \omega_i^2) = 484\,J$.
Substituting the values: $\frac{1}{2} I ((12\pi)^2 - (2\pi)^2) = 484$.
$\frac{1}{2} I (144\pi^2 - 4\pi^2) = 484$.
$\frac{1}{2} I (140\pi^2) = 484$.
$70\pi^2 I = 484$.
Using $\pi^2 \approx 9.86$,we get $70 \times 9.86 \times I = 484$.
$690.2 I = 484$.
$I = \frac{484}{690.2} \approx 0.701\,kg\cdot m^2$.
44
MediumMCQ
$A$ rigid body rotates with an angular momentum $L$. If its rotational kinetic energy is made four times, its angular momentum will become
A
$4 \,L$
B
$16 \,L$
C
$\sqrt{2} \,L$
D
$2 \,L$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy $K$ of a rigid body is related to its angular momentum $L$ and moment of inertia $I$ by the formula: $K = \frac{L^2}{2I}$.
From this, we can express angular momentum as $L = \sqrt{2KI}$.
Let the initial kinetic energy be $K_1 = K$ and the initial angular momentum be $L_1 = L$.
If the kinetic energy is made four times, the new kinetic energy is $K_2 = 4K$.
The new angular momentum $L_2$ will be:
$L_2 = \sqrt{2 K_2 I} = \sqrt{2(4K)I} = \sqrt{4(2KI)} = 2\sqrt{2KI}$.
Since $L = \sqrt{2KI}$, we have $L_2 = 2L$.
45
MediumMCQ
$A$ thin uniform rod of mass $m$ and length $l$ is suspended from one end,which can oscillate in a vertical plane about the point of suspension. It is pulled to one side and then released. It passes through the equilibrium position with angular speed $\omega$. The kinetic energy while passing through the mean position is
A
$m l^2 \omega^2$
B
$\frac{m l^2 \omega^2}{4}$
C
$\frac{m l^2 \omega^2}{6}$
D
$\frac{m l^2 \omega^2}{12}$

Solution

(C) The kinetic energy of the rod while passing through the mean position is given by the rotational kinetic energy formula:
$K.E. = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$
Here,$I$ is the moment of inertia of the rod about the point of suspension (one end).
The moment of inertia of a uniform rod of mass $m$ and length $l$ about one end is $I = \frac{m l^2}{3}$.
Substituting this value into the kinetic energy formula:
$K.E. = \frac{1}{2} \times \left( \frac{m l^2}{3} \right) \times \omega^2$
$K.E. = \frac{m l^2 \omega^2}{6}$
46
EasyMCQ
$A$ particle of mass '$m$' is performing uniform circular motion along a circular path of radius '$r$'. Its angular momentum about the axis passing through the centre and perpendicular to the plane is '$L$'. The kinetic energy of the particle is
A
$\frac{L^2}{2 mr^2}$
B
$\frac{2 L^2}{mr^2}$
C
$\frac{L^2}{mr^2}$
D
$\frac{2 L^2}{3 mr^2}$

Solution

(A) The kinetic energy $E$ of a particle in rotational motion is given by $E = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$.
Angular momentum $L$ is defined as $L = I \omega$,which implies $L^2 = I^2 \omega^2$.
Substituting $\omega^2 = \frac{L^2}{I^2}$ into the kinetic energy equation,we get $E = \frac{1}{2} I \left( \frac{L^2}{I^2} \right) = \frac{L^2}{2I}$.
For a particle of mass '$m$' moving in a circle of radius '$r$',the moment of inertia about the axis passing through the center is $I = mr^2$.
Substituting $I = mr^2$ into the expression for kinetic energy,we get $E = \frac{L^2}{2(mr^2)} = \frac{L^2}{2 mr^2}$.
47
MediumMCQ
If the angular velocity of a body rotating about a given axis increases by $20 \%$,then its kinetic energy of rotation will increase by: (in $\%$)
A
$20$
B
$30$
C
$44$
D
$66$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $(KE)$ of a body is given by $KE = \frac{1}{2} I \omega^2$,where $I$ is the moment of inertia and $\omega$ is the angular velocity.
Since $I$ remains constant,$KE \propto \omega^2$.
Given that the angular velocity increases by $20 \%$,the new angular velocity $\omega_2$ is:
$\omega_2 = \omega_1 + 0.20 \omega_1 = 1.2 \omega_1$.
The ratio of the new kinetic energy $(KE_2)$ to the initial kinetic energy $(KE_1)$ is:
$\frac{KE_2}{KE_1} = \frac{\omega_2^2}{\omega_1^2} = \frac{(1.2 \omega_1)^2}{\omega_1^2} = (1.2)^2 = 1.44$.
Therefore,$KE_2 = 1.44 KE_1$.
The percentage increase in kinetic energy is:
$\text{Percentage Increase} = \left( \frac{KE_2 - KE_1}{KE_1} \right) \times 100 = (1.44 - 1) \times 100 = 0.44 \times 100 = 44 \%$.
48
EasyMCQ
Two rotating bodies $P$ and $Q$ of masses $m$ with moment of inertia $I_P$ and $I_Q$ $(I_Q > I_P)$ have equal kinetic energy of rotation. If $L_P$ and $L_Q$ are their angular momenta respectively,then:
A
$L_Q = 0$
B
$L_Q = L_P$
C
$L_Q < L_P$
D
$L_Q > L_P$

Solution

(D) The rotational kinetic energy $K$ is given by the formula $K = \frac{L^2}{2I}$,where $L$ is the angular momentum and $I$ is the moment of inertia.
Since the kinetic energies are equal,we have $K_P = K_Q$.
Therefore,$\frac{L_P^2}{2I_P} = \frac{L_Q^2}{2I_Q}$.
Rearranging the terms,we get $\frac{L_Q^2}{L_P^2} = \frac{I_Q}{I_P}$.
Taking the square root on both sides,$\frac{L_Q}{L_P} = \sqrt{\frac{I_Q}{I_P}}$.
Given that $I_Q > I_P$,it follows that $\frac{I_Q}{I_P} > 1$.
Thus,$\sqrt{\frac{I_Q}{I_P}} > 1$,which implies $\frac{L_Q}{L_P} > 1$.
Therefore,$L_Q > L_P$.
49
MediumMCQ
The moments of inertia of two freely rotating bodies $A$ and $B$ are $I_{A}$ and $I_{B}$ respectively. Given $I_{A} > I_{B}$ and their angular momenta are equal. If $K_{A}$ and $K_{B}$ are their kinetic energies,then:
A
$K_{A} = K_{B}$
B
$K_{A} \neq K_{B}$
C
$K_{A} < K_{B}$
D
$K_{A} = 2 K_{B}$

Solution

(C) The rotational kinetic energy $K$ of a body is given by the formula $K = \frac{L^{2}}{2I}$,where $L$ is the angular momentum and $I$ is the moment of inertia.
Since the angular momenta of both bodies are equal $(L_{A} = L_{B} = L)$,the kinetic energy is inversely proportional to the moment of inertia,i.e.,$K \propto \frac{1}{I}$.
Given that $I_{A} > I_{B}$,it follows that $\frac{1}{I_{A}} < \frac{1}{I_{B}}$.
Therefore,$K_{A} < K_{B}$.

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