When I teach my physical science course (physics for non-science majors) I
always talk about centripetal and centrifugal forces. Essentially, I tell them
that the centrifugal force is the result of inertia, and then I tell them they
"should never use the 'f' word in this class." ;-)
Stan Sobolewski
Assistant Professor of Physics
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, Pa 1575-1087