Chapter 2 - Applying Forces

Question 0

What are the 3 factors that the amount of torque (t) crested by a force will depend on?

Answer 0

• The magnitude of the force, F. A larger force will result in a larger torque.
• The perpendicular distance from the line of action of the force to the pivot point (r_). The greater the perpendicular distance, the greater the torque.
• The angle between the lever arm and the force, which affects the size of the perpendicular distance.

Question 1

What is a Torque?

Answer 1

A linear force which provides a turning effect.