rotational motion

Rotational motion occurs when an object spins around a central axis, like a wheel turning or a globe rotating. Instead of moving in a straight line, every point on the object follows a circular path. The rate of this rotation is called angular velocity, and the difficulty in starting or stopping the spin is related to torque and moment of inertia. This type of motion is fundamental in understanding how many physical systems behave, from planets spinning in space to gears turning in a machine. Overall, it's the movement around a fixed point or axis that results in circular or spinning motion.