Moments Flashcards

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1
Q

What happens when a force acts on something which has a pivot

A

It creates moment

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2
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What does balanced moments mean

A

Anti-clockwise moments is the same as clockwise moments

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3
Q

What is the equation for moment

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Moment = force x perpendicular distance

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4
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What is perpendicular distance

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The length from the pivot to the force

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5
Q

What is a pivot

A

A point around which rotation happens

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