Gen Physics (Rotational Motion)

torque

is the force that acts in any direction other than toward or away from the center of motion. It is also the rotational analog.

net external force

changes an object's linear momentum

net external torque

changes an object's angular momentum.

not equal

The angular momentum of the objects is ______ to its linear momentum

multiplied by the radius of its circular path.

linear motion

force makes an object move forward or backward.

rotational motion

torque makes an object rotate around an axis, pivot, or fulcrum.

Torque

is the measure of the turning effect of a force applied at a distance from a

point of rotation