Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
angular-frequency
noun
/ˈæŋɡjʊlər ˈfrɛkənsi/
Definition
Angular frequency is a scalar measure of rotation that represents how many radians of a cycle are completed in one second.
Examples
- The angular frequency of a pendulum varies with its length.
- In an AC circuit, the angular frequency influences the behavior of the current and voltage.
- The formula for angular frequency is given as ω = 2πf, where f is the frequency in hertz.
Meaning
It indicates the speed of rotation or oscillation in terms of angle per unit time.
Synonyms
- angular speed
- rotational frequency
- circular frequency
