Moments and equalibruam Flashcards
1
Q
M = F x D
A
Moment = Force x Distance
2
Q
What is the unit of moment
A
Newton metres (Nm)
3
Q
What is the unit of force
A
Newtons (N)
4
Q
What is special about distance
A
It is the distance perpendicular form the pivot
5
Q
What is the unit distance
A
Metres (m)
6
Q
If the distance increases does the moment increase or decrease
A
Increase
7
Q
If an object is _________ then
Sum of all __________ moments = sum of all __________ moments
A
If an object is balanced then
Sum of all clockwise moments = sum of all anti-clockwise moments
8
Q
What is the moment
A
The turning effect of a force
