Rotational forces

Question 1

Moment

Answer 1

turning force

Question 2

Conditions of a moment

Answer 2

size of the force and where the force is applied

Question 3

Greater the force =

Answer 3

further it is applies from the pivot
the greater the moment

Question 4

How is the distance between force and pivot measured

Answer 4

at right angle to direction of the force

Question 5

Unit for moment

Answer 5

Nm (Newton metres)

Question 6

equation for moment

Answer 6

force x distance perpendicular to direction of force

Question 7

Lever

Answer 7

a bar that pivots about a point and is used to transfer a force