Centripetal Acceleration

a_c = v²/r

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Calculate centripetal acceleration in circular motion This calculator is used in high school physics and chemistry and applies directly to science and engineering.

Formula a_c = v²/r Science & Engineering
Domain Science & Engineering circular motion
Solve For a_c, v, r 3 variables
Level High School Education level

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a_c = v²/r

Enter any 2 known values and the calculator will solve for the remaining variable. All inputs must use the correct SI units as listed above for accurate results.

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