Physics
Differentiate between uniform linear motion and a uniform circular motion.
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| Uniform Linear Motion | Uniform Circular Motion |
|---|---|
| The body moves along a straight line | The body moves along a circular path. |
| Speed and direction both are constant | Speed is constant but direction changes continuously. |
| Not an accelerated motion | An accelerated motion. |
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