A.4.2 - Torque
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Practice Questions
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What is the formula for torque?
💡 Hint: Think about how distance, force, and angle contribute.
Define moment of inertia.
💡 Hint: Consider how mass affects rotation.
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What is torque dependent on?
💡 Hint: Remember the formula τ = rF sin(θ).
True or False: The moment of inertia decreases as mass moves further from the axis.
💡 Hint: Think about how mass distribution works.
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A rotating disc has a moment of inertia of 2 kg·m² and rotates with an angular velocity of 3 rad/s. Calculate its angular momentum.
💡 Hint: Remember to use the angular momentum formula.
You have two objects: one with mass concentrated at the center and another with mass distributed along the edge. Which object will require more torque to achieve the same angular acceleration?
💡 Hint: Consider how mass distribution affects rotation.
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