Levers, moments and pressure Flashcards
1
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The definition of moment:
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A moment is the turning effect of a force around a fixed point, the pivot.
2
Q
The Moment of the force=
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The Moment of the force= force x perpendicular distance from the pivot
3
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Pivot=
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A point around which something can rotate or turn.
4
Q
perpendicular distance
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The distance from the pivot which makes a right angle with the line of action of the force.
