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The Centripetal Force Generated by Rotational Motion and its Possible Health Effect

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  • Wathiq Abdul-Razzaq

    (West Virginia University, USA)

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Rotational motion refers to movement along a curved or circular path. Many do not realize that an object undergoing circular motion experiences a force directed toward the center of the circular path. This force, known as centripetal force, is responsible for separating plasma from blood in a centrifuge. It can also cause a fighter jet pilot to faint and lose control of the aircraft during high-speed turns. Many amusement park rides involve circular motion as well, placing significant strain on the riders’ bodies. At West Virginia University, we developed a laboratory experiment for our introductory physics courses, mainly taken by pre-life sciences students, to help students gain a better understanding of centripetal force—many of these students will eventually become medical doctors.

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  • Wathiq Abdul-Razzaq, 2026. "The Centripetal Force Generated by Rotational Motion and its Possible Health Effect," European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences, European Open Science, vol. 8(3), pages 1-3, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:epw:ejmed0:v:8:y:2026:i:3:id:70295
    DOI: 10.24018/ejmed.2026.8.3.70295
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