Question

A centripetal force causes circular motion because it accelerates an object

Answer 1

The answer is option A.

Centripetal force is always directed towards the centre and does not change the speed of the body,but there is a change in the direction.

Answer 2

Towards the center of circle, which changes the direction of motion but not speed

Step-by-step explanation:

The force acting on an object when it is moving in circular path is called centripetal force. The formula for centripetal force is given by :

`F=(mv^2)/(r)`

Where

m = mass

v = velocity

r = radius of circle

In a circular path, the velocity of object changes continuously while its speed remains constant. The centripetal force acts towards the center of circle. Hence, the correct option is (a) " towards the center of circle, which changes the direction of motion but not speed ".