Answer:
T = 692.42 N
Explanation:
Given that,
Mass of hammer, m = 8.71 kg
Length of the chain to which an athlete whirls the hammer, r = 1.5 m
The angular sped of the hammer, [tex]\omega=1.16\ rev/s=7.28\ rad/s[/tex]
We need to find the tension in the chain. The tension acting in the chain is balanced by the required centripetal force. It is given by the formula as follows :
[tex]F=m\omega^2r\\\\=8.71\times (7.28)^2\times 1.5\\\\=692.42\ N[/tex]
So, the tension in the chain is 692.42 N.