forces Flashcards
1
Q
what is the equation for the moment
A
moment=force x distance from pivot
2
Q
equilibrium
A
when the opposing forces are equal
3
Q
what is pressure measured in
A
newtons or pascals
4
Q
what happens to the pressure if the area is bigger
A
the pressure is lower
5
Q
what happens to the pressure if the volume decreases
A
the pressure increases
6
Q
is velocity a vector or scalar
A
vector speed is a scalar
7
Q
conservation of momentum
A
the total momentum is the same before and after
8
Q
whats hookes law
A
The extension of an elastic object is proportional to the force acting on it.
9
Q
whats newtons 3rd law
A
every action has an equal and opposite reaction
10
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