Chapter 2 Basic concepts of biomechanics Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 types of motion?
A
- linear motion
- Angular motion
- General motion
2
Q
Linear motion
A
When a body moves in a straight or curved line, with all its parts moving the same distance, in the same direction and at the same speed
3
Q
Angular motion
A
when a body or part of a body moves in a circle or part of a circle about a particular point called the axis rotation
4
Q
What is Newton’s third law of motion?
A
for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction
5
Q
Stability
A
relates to how difficult it s to disturb a body from a balanced position
6
Q
Line of gravity
A
A line extending from the centre of mass vertically down to the ground.
