2.8 Moments Flashcards
1
Q
What is a moment?
A
The turning effect generated due to a force applied at a distance from a pivot point
2
Q
Moments equation
A
M = force x distance
3
Q
What is the principle for an object to remain in equilibrium
A
The total clockwise moments around any point must be equal to the total anticlockwise moment
4
Q
How does an object rotate
A
When the moments are not balanced, meaning the resultant moment with tilt at a certain direction e.g. clockwise
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