Centre of gravity

Question 1

Recall the definition of the centre of gravity

Answer 1

• The point at which its entire weigt can be considered to act

Question 2

Identify the position of the centre of gravity of a regular object of uniform density

Answer 2

• It is the point at which all the lines of symmetry meet
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Question 3

Use an object’s centre of gravity in calculations

Answer 3

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Question 4

Determine the stabilility or otherwise of an object, with reference to the position of its centre of gravity

Answer 4

• If the line from the centre of gravity to the earth is outside the base of the object it will topple over
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