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Equilibrium

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  • Translational equilibrium is when
    the net force exerted is zero/ linear velocity is constant or zero
  • Static equilibrium is when
    linear and angular velocity are constant or zero
  • Christopher who weighs 700 N and Thomas are sitting on opposite ends of a balanced seesaw. If Thomas is sitting 2.0 m from the balance point and Christopher is sitting 1.5 m from the balance point. What is the weight of Thomas?
    525 N
  • An external torque is applied to an object with a narrow base. Which location for the center of mass would make the object less likely to tip over?
    just above the base
  • Rotational equilibrium is when
    the net torque exerted is zero/ angular velocity is constant or zero
  • Christopher, who weighs 480 N and Thomas, who weighs 520 N are sitting on opposite ends of a balanced seesaw. If Thomas is sitting 1.6 m from the balance point, how far is Christopher sitting from the balance point?
    1.73 m
  • Which two conditions make an object the most stable?
    a low center of mass and a wider base