Physics (4th) Flashcards
The measure of the force that can cause an object to rotate about an axis.
Torque
Torque is also called a?
Moment of a force
In torque, the force applied to the body should be __________ to the moment arm or lever arm in order for torque to take place.
Perpendicular
This is the perpendicular distance from the axis of rotation to the line of action
Lever arm
Lever arm is also called a?
Moment arm
What is the symbol for torque and its unit?
T
N.m
Torque and force has a?
Direct relationship
Torque and lever arm/moment arm has?
Direct relationship
Force and lever arm/moment arm has?
Inverse/indirect relationship
If it rotates counter-clock wise it is?
Positive torque
If it rotates clock wise it is?
Negative torque
This is commonly used term in sports. An object with ______ is going to be hard to stop
Momentum
What is the symbol for momentum?
small “p”
What is the unit of momentum?
kg.m/s or N.s (Newton seconds)
Momentum is a vector or scalar quantity?
Vector
mass, velocity, and momentum has a?
Directly proportional/direct relationship