Conceptual Physics (12th Edition)

Published by Addison-Wesley
ISBN 10: 0321909100
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-910-7

Chapter 8 - Reading Check Questions (Comprehension) - Page 153-154: 1

Answer

Tangential speed is a linear speed, typically measured in m/s or km/h. Rotational speed is an angular speed, typically measured in RPM (revolutions per minute), or rotations per second.

Work Step by Step

This is discussed on page 133.
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