centre of mass - yr11

Question 1

what is the centre of mass ?

Answer 1

• the point at which objects mass can be thought of as being concentrated

Question 2

what equipment do you need for the required practical ?

Answer 2

-bosses
-clamp stand
-clamp
-plum line
-paper and pen

Question 3

name the steps of the centre of mass required practical

Answer 3

Attach the irregular shaped card to clamp holder
Allow the card to swing
Attach a plumb line.
Repeat
Determine the centre of mass.