Conditions for Equilibrium Flashcards
1
Q
When is an object in equilibrium?
A
- Object is stationary
- All forces acting on the object must cancel out
2
Q
What two things must be true for an object to be in equilibrium?
A
- There is no net force acting in any direction
- There is no net turning effect about any point
3
Q
What is the turning effect produced by a force called?
A
Moment of a force.
