The force which is always directed radially towards the center of the circle is
A
Centrifugal Force
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B
Centripetal Force
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C
Force
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D
None of these
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Solution
The correct option is B Centripetal Force Force which acts on body performing circular motion along its radius and directed towards the center is known as centripetal force.
This is necessary force to keep body in circular motion.
example:- Stone tied at the end of string and whirled in horizontal circle, here necessary centripetal force is provided by tension acting on the string.