Rotational Motion - PhET Interactive Simulations

This resource is a PhET interactive simulation designed to help learners explore rotational motion and revolution. It allows users to experiment with concepts related to how objects spin and move around other objects. However, the page indicates that the browser being used is not supported, recommending several modern browsers for access.

Overview

Added

March 18, 2026

Subject & domain

physics · rotational-motion

Grade range

Grade 9 (Freshman)–Grade 12 (Senior)

Page kind

Tool

Introduction

Rotational Motion Simulation Overview

  • Subject: Rotational motion, including angular velocity and angular acceleration.
  • Resource Type: Interactive simulation (PhET).
  • Publication Date: January 28, 2011.
  • Language: English.
  • Licensing: Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY), allowing for distribution, remixing, and adaptation with proper attribution.

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