Physics Laboratory Manual
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ISBN: 9781133950639
Author: David Loyd
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 10, Problem 1PLA
State a definition of torque and give an equation for torque. Define the terms in the equation.
Expert Solution & Answer
To determine
The description of torque and equation for torque.
Answer to Problem 1PLA
Torque is the tendency of a force to rotate an object and equation for torque is
Explanation of Solution
Torque is the measure of the tendency of a force to cause an object to rotate about some axis.
Write the equation for torque
Here,
Conclusion:
Thus, torque is the tendency of a force to rotate an object and equation for torque is
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