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What happens when a force is applied to a stationary body that is free to move?
What happens when a force is applied to a stationary body that is free to move?
- The body changes its shape only.
- The body remains at rest.
- The body changes its position but not its speed.
- The body starts moving. (correct)
What is the S.I. unit of force?
What is the S.I. unit of force?
- Kilogram (kg)
- Newton (N) (correct)
- Meter (m)
- Gram (g)
How is one newton defined in terms of mass and acceleration?
How is one newton defined in terms of mass and acceleration?
- Force that keeps an object stationary.
- Force required to lift 1 kg against gravity.
- Force required to increase speed of 1 kg by 1 m in 1 second. (correct)
- Force required to move 1 kg at 1 m/s².
What is the relationship between kilograms force (kgf) and newtons (N)?
What is the relationship between kilograms force (kgf) and newtons (N)?
What occurs when a force is applied to a pivoted body?
What occurs when a force is applied to a pivoted body?
Which of the following defines gravity's effect on a 1 kg mass?
Which of the following defines gravity's effect on a 1 kg mass?
When a body is at rest, what can be said about the forces acting on it?
When a body is at rest, what can be said about the forces acting on it?
What is the turning axis called when a force is applied to a pivoted object?
What is the turning axis called when a force is applied to a pivoted object?
What two factors affect the turning effect of a force on a body?
What two factors affect the turning effect of a force on a body?
What happens when a force is applied at a point near the hinge of a door compared to the handle?
What happens when a force is applied at a point near the hinge of a door compared to the handle?
What is the formula for the moment of force (or torque)?
What is the formula for the moment of force (or torque)?
What is the SI unit of moment of force?
What is the SI unit of moment of force?
Why is a thrust greater on a smaller area?
Why is a thrust greater on a smaller area?
How does the pressure change when the area of application increases while keeping the thrust constant?
How does the pressure change when the area of application increases while keeping the thrust constant?
In the example of a potter's wheel, where is the handle ideally located?
In the example of a potter's wheel, where is the handle ideally located?
What is thrust defined as?
What is thrust defined as?
What is the effect of applying thrust using a sharp end compared to a flattened end of a nail?
What is the effect of applying thrust using a sharp end compared to a flattened end of a nail?
How does thrust differ when standing versus lying on loose sand?
How does thrust differ when standing versus lying on loose sand?
If a force of 1.5 N is applied at a distance of 1.2 m, what is the moment of force?
If a force of 1.5 N is applied at a distance of 1.2 m, what is the moment of force?
What occurs when the perpendicular distance of force from the pivot increases?
What occurs when the perpendicular distance of force from the pivot increases?
What is the product called that defines the ability of a force to turn a body around a pivot?
What is the product called that defines the ability of a force to turn a body around a pivot?
What is the unit of pressure equivalent to one newton per square meter?
What is the unit of pressure equivalent to one newton per square meter?
Which of the following statements regarding kilo pascal is true?
Which of the following statements regarding kilo pascal is true?
How does pressure change when standing on sand compared to lying down?
How does pressure change when standing on sand compared to lying down?
What does atmospheric pressure depend on?
What does atmospheric pressure depend on?
What is the standard value of atmospheric pressure at sea level?
What is the standard value of atmospheric pressure at sea level?
Which factor does not affect the pressure exerted by a liquid?
Which factor does not affect the pressure exerted by a liquid?
How does the pressure exerted by a thin boy standing on bricks compare to that of a fat boy on the same bricks?
How does the pressure exerted by a thin boy standing on bricks compare to that of a fat boy on the same bricks?
What occurs when sucking a drink through a straw?
What occurs when sucking a drink through a straw?
What forces contribute to liquid pressure?
What forces contribute to liquid pressure?
Which of the following causes atmospheric pressure to decrease?
Which of the following causes atmospheric pressure to decrease?
What happens when you hammer a nail with its sharpened end?
What happens when you hammer a nail with its sharpened end?
What happens to the pressure in a balloon when air is blown into it?
What happens to the pressure in a balloon when air is blown into it?
What happens to pressure as you increase the area on which force is applied?
What happens to pressure as you increase the area on which force is applied?
What is the relationship between thrust and pressure?
What is the relationship between thrust and pressure?
What is the primary effect of a force applied to a stationary rigid body that is not free to move?
What is the primary effect of a force applied to a stationary rigid body that is not free to move?
Why is the unit of force defined as newton (N) based on a specific application to mass and acceleration?
Why is the unit of force defined as newton (N) based on a specific application to mass and acceleration?
What is the relationship between the weight of an object and the force of gravity acting on it in terms of kilograms force (kgf) and newtons (N)?
What is the relationship between the weight of an object and the force of gravity acting on it in terms of kilograms force (kgf) and newtons (N)?
When a force is applied to a non-rigid body, which outcome is possible?
When a force is applied to a non-rigid body, which outcome is possible?
In the case of turning effects of a force, what happens to the axis of rotation when a force is applied to a pivoted object?
In the case of turning effects of a force, what happens to the axis of rotation when a force is applied to a pivoted object?
How does the application of force change the motion of a moving body?
How does the application of force change the motion of a moving body?
What is the effect of applying a force at a suitable point on a pivoted wheel?
What is the effect of applying a force at a suitable point on a pivoted wheel?
What defines the capability of a force to produce a turning effect on an object?
What defines the capability of a force to produce a turning effect on an object?
What is the unit of pressure equivalent to 1 pascal?
What is the unit of pressure equivalent to 1 pascal?
Which of the following correctly represents the relationship between kilopascal and pascal?
Which of the following correctly represents the relationship between kilopascal and pascal?
How does the pressure exerted by a liquid vary with changes in density?
How does the pressure exerted by a liquid vary with changes in density?
What happens to atmospheric pressure as altitude increases?
What happens to atmospheric pressure as altitude increases?
What is the equivalent of 1 atmosphere in pascals?
What is the equivalent of 1 atmosphere in pascals?
Which factor does NOT affect pressure on a surface?
Which factor does NOT affect pressure on a surface?
When a sharp nail is hammered into a surface, why does it penetrate more easily than a flattened nail?
When a sharp nail is hammered into a surface, why does it penetrate more easily than a flattened nail?
How does the pressure exerted by a solid differ from that of a liquid?
How does the pressure exerted by a solid differ from that of a liquid?
In daily life, what common effect illustrates atmospheric pressure when drinking with a straw?
In daily life, what common effect illustrates atmospheric pressure when drinking with a straw?
Which statement is true regarding the relationship between force and pressure?
Which statement is true regarding the relationship between force and pressure?
What is the primary reason why a thin boy exerts less pressure on a surface than a heavier boy?
What is the primary reason why a thin boy exerts less pressure on a surface than a heavier boy?
What is the effect of blowing air into a balloon?
What is the effect of blowing air into a balloon?
What happens to the pressure exerted by a liquid as the height of the liquid column increases?
What happens to the pressure exerted by a liquid as the height of the liquid column increases?
Which factor primarily affects the turning effect of a force applied to a body?
Which factor primarily affects the turning effect of a force applied to a body?
What is the moment of force (torque) when a force of 4 N is applied at a distance of 0.5 m from the pivot?
What is the moment of force (torque) when a force of 4 N is applied at a distance of 0.5 m from the pivot?
How does increasing the perpendicular distance of the force from the pivot affect the required force to turn the body?
How does increasing the perpendicular distance of the force from the pivot affect the required force to turn the body?
What is the S.I. unit of moment of force?
What is the S.I. unit of moment of force?
What happens to a nail when struck with its flattened end compared to its sharpened end?
What happens to a nail when struck with its flattened end compared to its sharpened end?
Which statement best describes thrust?
Which statement best describes thrust?
If a person stands on loose sand, why do they sink more compared to lying down?
If a person stands on loose sand, why do they sink more compared to lying down?
What is pressure defined as?
What is pressure defined as?
Why does a potter’s wheel have its handle located at the rim?
Why does a potter’s wheel have its handle located at the rim?
In which scenario would you require the most force to open a door?
In which scenario would you require the most force to open a door?
What happens to the pressure exerted by a force when the area of application increases?
What happens to the pressure exerted by a force when the area of application increases?
How is the unit of pressure expressed in SI units?
How is the unit of pressure expressed in SI units?
Which of the following factors can reduce the pressure exerted by a liquid?
Which of the following factors can reduce the pressure exerted by a liquid?
In terms of thrust, what is the relationship between the area of application and the effect of thrust?
In terms of thrust, what is the relationship between the area of application and the effect of thrust?
A force can be a cause of either a ______ or pull.
A force can be a cause of either a ______ or pull.
The S.I. unit of force is called a ______.
The S.I. unit of force is called a ______.
One newton is defined as the force that increases the speed of a 1 kg mass by 1 m in ______ second.
One newton is defined as the force that increases the speed of a 1 kg mass by 1 m in ______ second.
When a body is pivoted, the point about which it turns is referred to as the axis of ______.
When a body is pivoted, the point about which it turns is referred to as the axis of ______.
The force of gravity acting on a body is commonly referred to as its ______.
The force of gravity acting on a body is commonly referred to as its ______.
The turning effect of a force on a pivoted body is influenced by the point of ______ where the force is applied.
The turning effect of a force on a pivoted body is influenced by the point of ______ where the force is applied.
When a force is applied to a stationary body, it begins to move in a ______ line in the direction of the force.
When a force is applied to a stationary body, it begins to move in a ______ line in the direction of the force.
The relationship between kilograms force and newtons can be summarized as: 1 ______ = 10 N.
The relationship between kilograms force and newtons can be summarized as: 1 ______ = 10 N.
The turning effect of a force on a body depends on the magnitude of the force and the perpendicular distance from the ______.
The turning effect of a force on a body depends on the magnitude of the force and the perpendicular distance from the ______.
In order to open a door, a force is applied at the handle, which is located at the maximum distance from the ______.
In order to open a door, a force is applied at the handle, which is located at the maximum distance from the ______.
The moment of force, also known as ______, is the product of the force's magnitude and its perpendicular distance from the pivot.
The moment of force, also known as ______, is the product of the force's magnitude and its perpendicular distance from the pivot.
The S.I. unit of moment of force is ______ multiplied by meter.
The S.I. unit of moment of force is ______ multiplied by meter.
Thrust is defined as a force applied ______ to a surface.
Thrust is defined as a force applied ______ to a surface.
The effect of thrust on a surface depends on the ______ of that surface.
The effect of thrust on a surface depends on the ______ of that surface.
Pressure is defined as the thrust per unit ______.
Pressure is defined as the thrust per unit ______.
When a person stands on loose sand, the thrust acts on a ______ area, causing them to sink.
When a person stands on loose sand, the thrust acts on a ______ area, causing them to sink.
The unit of pressure in the S.I. system is newton per ______.
The unit of pressure in the S.I. system is newton per ______.
When hammering a nail, applying force to the ______ end increases its penetration ability.
When hammering a nail, applying force to the ______ end increases its penetration ability.
The moment of force is calculated using the formula: Moment of force = ______ x perpendicular distance.
The moment of force is calculated using the formula: Moment of force = ______ x perpendicular distance.
When lying on sand, the same thrust acts on a ______ area, resulting in less sinking.
When lying on sand, the same thrust acts on a ______ area, resulting in less sinking.
The thrust acting normally on a body is equal to its own ______.
The thrust acting normally on a body is equal to its own ______.
The thrust introduced into a surface exerts more pressure when the ______ of the area decreases.
The thrust introduced into a surface exerts more pressure when the ______ of the area decreases.
The unit of pressure is newton per ______².
The unit of pressure is newton per ______².
1 pascal is the pressure exerted by a thrust of 1 newton on a surface of area ______ metre².
1 pascal is the pressure exerted by a thrust of 1 newton on a surface of area ______ metre².
The bigger unit of pressure is ______ pascal.
The bigger unit of pressure is ______ pascal.
1 atm is equivalent to ______ cm of mercury column.
1 atm is equivalent to ______ cm of mercury column.
Pressure exerted by a solid acts only on the surface at its ______.
Pressure exerted by a solid acts only on the surface at its ______.
Liquid pressure increases with the height of the liquid ______.
Liquid pressure increases with the height of the liquid ______.
Atmospheric pressure acting on the drink helps it move up into the ______.
Atmospheric pressure acting on the drink helps it move up into the ______.
The thrust on unit area of the earth's surface due to air is called atmospheric ______.
The thrust on unit area of the earth's surface due to air is called atmospheric ______.
Greater the thrust on a surface, ______ is the pressure on it.
Greater the thrust on a surface, ______ is the pressure on it.
When a drink is sucked with a straw, the pressure in the straw ______.
When a drink is sucked with a straw, the pressure in the straw ______.
A fat boy exerts more pressure than a thin boy because of his excess ______.
A fat boy exerts more pressure than a thin boy because of his excess ______.
The pressure exerted by a liquid increases with the increase in its ______.
The pressure exerted by a liquid increases with the increase in its ______.
1 kPa is equal to ______ Pa.
1 kPa is equal to ______ Pa.
The weight of air creates pressure, which decreases with increasing ______.
The weight of air creates pressure, which decreases with increasing ______.
Water is drawn up from a well by a ______ pump because of the atmospheric pressure.
Water is drawn up from a well by a ______ pump because of the atmospheric pressure.
Force applied to a moving body can only slow down its speed.
Force applied to a moving body can only slow down its speed.
One newton is the force needed to increase the speed of a 1 kg mass by 1 m in one second.
One newton is the force needed to increase the speed of a 1 kg mass by 1 m in one second.
The force of gravity acting on a 1 kg mass is approximately equal to 10 N.
The force of gravity acting on a 1 kg mass is approximately equal to 10 N.
Gravity's effect on a body is the same regardless of its location on Earth.
Gravity's effect on a body is the same regardless of its location on Earth.
A body pivoted at a point will not turn if a force is applied at a suitable point.
A body pivoted at a point will not turn if a force is applied at a suitable point.
The axis of rotation remains fixed when a force is applied to a pivoted object.
The axis of rotation remains fixed when a force is applied to a pivoted object.
A stationary rigid body will not move if a force is applied to it.
A stationary rigid body will not move if a force is applied to it.
The relationship between kilopascal and newton varies based on the mass of the object.
The relationship between kilopascal and newton varies based on the mass of the object.
The turning effect of a force on a body depends solely on the magnitude of the force applied.
The turning effect of a force on a body depends solely on the magnitude of the force applied.
A larger perpendicular distance of the force from the pivot decreases the turning effect on the body.
A larger perpendicular distance of the force from the pivot decreases the turning effect on the body.
When a force is applied at the midpoint between the handle and hinges of a door, less force is required compared to applying it at the handle.
When a force is applied at the midpoint between the handle and hinges of a door, less force is required compared to applying it at the handle.
The S.I. unit of moment of force is newton metre (Nm).
The S.I. unit of moment of force is newton metre (Nm).
Thrust is defined as the force applied parallel to a surface.
Thrust is defined as the force applied parallel to a surface.
The effect of thrust increases when applied to a smaller area.
The effect of thrust increases when applied to a smaller area.
Pressure is independent of the area over which thrust is applied.
Pressure is independent of the area over which thrust is applied.
The moment of force (torque) is the product of force and distance from the point of rotation.
The moment of force (torque) is the product of force and distance from the point of rotation.
A potter's wheel is turned by applying thrust at its center.
A potter's wheel is turned by applying thrust at its center.
When you stand on sand, the thrust exerted on the sand is greater than when you lie down.
When you stand on sand, the thrust exerted on the sand is greater than when you lie down.
The unit of pressure is defined as thrust per unit volume.
The unit of pressure is defined as thrust per unit volume.
The C.G.S unit of moment of force is dyne cm.
The C.G.S unit of moment of force is dyne cm.
The greater the area on which thrust acts, the larger the pressure exerted.
The greater the area on which thrust acts, the larger the pressure exerted.
If the same thrust is applied using a flattened end, it penetrates into a surface more easily than using a sharp end.
If the same thrust is applied using a flattened end, it penetrates into a surface more easily than using a sharp end.
The unit of pressure called pascal is represented by the symbol Pa.
The unit of pressure called pascal is represented by the symbol Pa.
A kilo pascal is equivalent to 500 pascals.
A kilo pascal is equivalent to 500 pascals.
When a drink is sucked through a straw, atmospheric pressure pushes the liquid up into the straw.
When a drink is sucked through a straw, atmospheric pressure pushes the liquid up into the straw.
The pressure exerted by a liquid at a point does not depend on the height of the liquid column above it.
The pressure exerted by a liquid at a point does not depend on the height of the liquid column above it.
Blaise Pascal is known for the scientific contributions related to the measurement of pressure.
Blaise Pascal is known for the scientific contributions related to the measurement of pressure.
Atmospheric pressure is higher at higher altitudes.
Atmospheric pressure is higher at higher altitudes.
A sharp nail penetrates more easily into a surface due to the smaller area on which the thrust acts.
A sharp nail penetrates more easily into a surface due to the smaller area on which the thrust acts.
The pressure exerted by a solid is only felt at the bottom surface in contact with another object.
The pressure exerted by a solid is only felt at the bottom surface in contact with another object.
Ink fills a fountain pen due to the gas pressure created inside the pen.
Ink fills a fountain pen due to the gas pressure created inside the pen.
A fat boy standing on bricks exerts less pressure than a thin boy due to increased area.
A fat boy standing on bricks exerts less pressure than a thin boy due to increased area.
One atmosphere is equal to 76 cm of mercury column.
One atmosphere is equal to 76 cm of mercury column.
Thrust measured in kgf can be expressed in kgf/m² to give pressure.
Thrust measured in kgf can be expressed in kgf/m² to give pressure.
Liquid pressure decreases with the increase in the density of the liquid.
Liquid pressure decreases with the increase in the density of the liquid.
The atmospheric pressure acting on a surface is a result of the weight of the air above that surface.
The atmospheric pressure acting on a surface is a result of the weight of the air above that surface.
What is the effect of a force applied to a moving body?
What is the effect of a force applied to a moving body?
Why might a force applied to a stationary object not result in motion?
Why might a force applied to a stationary object not result in motion?
How is the force of gravity on a 1 kg mass defined in terms of kgf and N?
How is the force of gravity on a 1 kg mass defined in terms of kgf and N?
What is the significance of the axis of rotation when a force is applied to a pivoted object?
What is the significance of the axis of rotation when a force is applied to a pivoted object?
In terms of pressure, how does the surface area affect the impact of a thrust?
In terms of pressure, how does the surface area affect the impact of a thrust?
What physical change occurs to a non-rigid body when a force is applied?
What physical change occurs to a non-rigid body when a force is applied?
What is the role of friction in the context of force and motion?
What is the role of friction in the context of force and motion?
What happens when a force is applied at a distant point from the pivot of a rigid body?
What happens when a force is applied at a distant point from the pivot of a rigid body?
What is the relationship between the perpendicular distance and the force required to turn a body?
What is the relationship between the perpendicular distance and the force required to turn a body?
When applying force to open a door, where should the force be applied for maximum efficiency?
When applying force to open a door, where should the force be applied for maximum efficiency?
What is the formula for calculating the moment of force (torque)?
What is the formula for calculating the moment of force (torque)?
How does increasing the magnitude of force affect the turning effect on a body?
How does increasing the magnitude of force affect the turning effect on a body?
What units are used to express the moment of force (torque)?
What units are used to express the moment of force (torque)?
What impact does thrust have when acting on different surface areas?
What impact does thrust have when acting on different surface areas?
Define pressure in the context of thrust and area.
Define pressure in the context of thrust and area.
In the example of the hand flour grinder, what role does the handle play?
In the example of the hand flour grinder, what role does the handle play?
Why does the thrust exerted by standing on loose sand differ from lying down?
Why does the thrust exerted by standing on loose sand differ from lying down?
How does the moment of force relate to the pivot point in rotation?
How does the moment of force relate to the pivot point in rotation?
What results from applying a force at the mid-point between a handle and hinge of a door?
What results from applying a force at the mid-point between a handle and hinge of a door?
What is the effect of thrust applied normally on a surface?
What is the effect of thrust applied normally on a surface?
What happens to the effect of thrust when hammering a nail with its sharp end versus its flat end?
What happens to the effect of thrust when hammering a nail with its sharp end versus its flat end?
Why is the moment of force not expressed as joules?
Why is the moment of force not expressed as joules?
What is the relationship between newtons and pascals in terms of pressure?
What is the relationship between newtons and pascals in terms of pressure?
How does the area of a surface influence the pressure exerted on it?
How does the area of a surface influence the pressure exerted on it?
What happens to liquid pressure as the height of the liquid column increases?
What happens to liquid pressure as the height of the liquid column increases?
What does atmospheric pressure depend on?
What does atmospheric pressure depend on?
How does the density of a liquid affect its pressure?
How does the density of a liquid affect its pressure?
What is the significance of the unit atmosphere (atm) in understanding pressure?
What is the significance of the unit atmosphere (atm) in understanding pressure?
Explain how the pressure exerted by a fat boy differs from that of a thin boy standing on the same surface.
Explain how the pressure exerted by a fat boy differs from that of a thin boy standing on the same surface.
How does atmospheric pressure contribute to the functioning of a straw when sucking a drink?
How does atmospheric pressure contribute to the functioning of a straw when sucking a drink?
What is the effect of atmospheric pressure on a liquid's ability to be drawn up by a pump?
What is the effect of atmospheric pressure on a liquid's ability to be drawn up by a pump?
Describe the difference in pressure exertion when hammering a nail with its flattened end versus its sharp end.
Describe the difference in pressure exertion when hammering a nail with its flattened end versus its sharp end.
What happens to atmospheric pressure as altitude increases?
What happens to atmospheric pressure as altitude increases?
Name the two main factors that influence pressure on a surface.
Name the two main factors that influence pressure on a surface.
How can liquids exert pressure in multiple directions?
How can liquids exert pressure in multiple directions?
What is the standard atmospheric pressure and its equivalent in mercury columns?
What is the standard atmospheric pressure and its equivalent in mercury columns?
Explain how the application of force affects both the speed and direction of a moving body.
Explain how the application of force affects both the speed and direction of a moving body.
Describe the significance of the definitions of newton and kgf in real-world applications.
Describe the significance of the definitions of newton and kgf in real-world applications.
Illustrate the turning effect of force using a door as an example.
Illustrate the turning effect of force using a door as an example.
Analyze the conditions under which a stationary object will remain unchanged despite the application of force.
Analyze the conditions under which a stationary object will remain unchanged despite the application of force.
Discuss the implications of applying force to non-rigid bodies compared to rigid bodies.
Discuss the implications of applying force to non-rigid bodies compared to rigid bodies.
Evaluate the role of the axis of rotation in understanding the movement of pivoted objects when force is applied.
Evaluate the role of the axis of rotation in understanding the movement of pivoted objects when force is applied.
Explain how the distance from a pivot point affects the turning effect of a force.
Explain how the distance from a pivot point affects the turning effect of a force.
Compare the force of gravity acting on two different masses and explain its significance in force measurement.
Compare the force of gravity acting on two different masses and explain its significance in force measurement.
What is the equivalent of 1 pascal in terms of newton and area?
What is the equivalent of 1 pascal in terms of newton and area?
How does atmospheric pressure vary with altitude?
How does atmospheric pressure vary with altitude?
What are the two factors that influence the pressure exerted on a surface?
What are the two factors that influence the pressure exerted on a surface?
What is the relationship between the height of a liquid column and the pressure it exerts?
What is the relationship between the height of a liquid column and the pressure it exerts?
Why does a sharp nail penetrate better than a flattened nail?
Why does a sharp nail penetrate better than a flattened nail?
What unit is used to measure atmospheric pressure, and what is its equivalent in pascals?
What unit is used to measure atmospheric pressure, and what is its equivalent in pascals?
In terms of pressure exerted by liquids, how does density factor in?
In terms of pressure exerted by liquids, how does density factor in?
What happens to atmospheric pressure when a drink is sucked through a straw?
What happens to atmospheric pressure when a drink is sucked through a straw?
What is the pressure exerted by a solid on a surface compared to that of a liquid?
What is the pressure exerted by a solid on a surface compared to that of a liquid?
How would the thrust exerted by a heavier person compare to that of a lighter person on the same surface?
How would the thrust exerted by a heavier person compare to that of a lighter person on the same surface?
What unit of pressure is larger than the pascal, and how is it defined?
What unit of pressure is larger than the pascal, and how is it defined?
Why does lying down on loose sand result in less sinking compared to standing?
Why does lying down on loose sand result in less sinking compared to standing?
What is the effect of a gas on atmospheric pressure?
What is the effect of a gas on atmospheric pressure?
Explain how the pressure exerted by a liquid changes when the height of the liquid column is altered.
Explain how the pressure exerted by a liquid changes when the height of the liquid column is altered.
What role does the magnitude of force play in the turning effect on a body?
What role does the magnitude of force play in the turning effect on a body?
How does the position of a handle affect the ease of opening a door?
How does the position of a handle affect the ease of opening a door?
What is the significance of the perpendicular distance in calculating torque?
What is the significance of the perpendicular distance in calculating torque?
Explain why a circular stone in a hand grinder is designed with a handle at its rim.
Explain why a circular stone in a hand grinder is designed with a handle at its rim.
What happens to the minimum force required to turn a body if the pivot distance is halved?
What happens to the minimum force required to turn a body if the pivot distance is halved?
Describe how the area of application affects the effect of thrust.
Describe how the area of application affects the effect of thrust.
What is the relationship between thrust and pressure?
What is the relationship between thrust and pressure?
How does the moment of force relate to its application in real-world examples?
How does the moment of force relate to its application in real-world examples?
Why is the unit of moment of force expressed in newton meters (Nm)?
Why is the unit of moment of force expressed in newton meters (Nm)?
What effect does reducing the area of thrust have when driving a nail into wood?
What effect does reducing the area of thrust have when driving a nail into wood?
What defines the capability of a force to produce a turning effect around a pivot?
What defines the capability of a force to produce a turning effect around a pivot?
How does thrust act on a body resting on a surface?
How does thrust act on a body resting on a surface?
In what scenario would a larger perpendicular force distance be less beneficial?
In what scenario would a larger perpendicular force distance be less beneficial?
What implication does atmospheric pressure have as altitude increases?
What implication does atmospheric pressure have as altitude increases?
Study Notes
Force
- A force causes movement or change in size or shape of a body.
- It's a push or pull that can affect a stationary or moving body.
- A force can change the speed, direction, or both of a moving body.
- A force can also change the shape or size of a non-rigid body.
Unit of Force
- The SI unit of force is the newton (N).
- 1 newton is the force that increases the speed of a 1kg body by 1 m/s in one second.
- The weight of a body is the force of gravity acting on it.
- The force of gravity (or weight) varies depending on location on Earth.
- 1 kgf (kilogram force) is the force of gravity on a 1 kg mass at a specific location and is approximately equal to 10 N.
Turning Effect of a Force
- A force applied to a pivoted body causes it to rotate.
- The axis of rotation is the vertical line passing through the pivot point.
Factors Affecting the Turning Effect of a Force:
- The magnitude of the force: Larger force, greater turning effect.
- The perpendicular distance from the pivot point: Larger distance, greater turning effect.
Examples of the Turning Effect of a Force:
- Opening a door: Applying force to the handle, which is far from the hinges, produces a turning effect.
- Rotating a hand flour grinder: The handle is positioned at the rim for easier rotation.
- Potter's wheel: The stick on the rim of the wheel allows for efficient turning.
Moment of Force (Torque)
- The turning effect of a force is called the moment of force or torque.
- It's calculated by multiplying the force by the perpendicular distance from the pivot point.
- Unit of moment of force: newton-meter (Nm), not joule (J).
- Other units: kgf m and gf cm.
Thrust
- A force acting perpendicularly on a surface is called thrust.
- A body exerts a thrust equal to its weight on the surface it rests on.
- The unit of thrust is the same as the unit of force (kgf, gf, N).
Effect of Thrust
- The effect of a thrust depends on the area it acts upon.
- Smaller area, larger effect; larger area, smaller effect.
- Examples:
- Standing on loose sand vs. lying on sand.
- Hammering a nail with a flattened end vs. a sharp end.
Pressure
- The effect of thrust is expressed as pressure.
- Pressure is the thrust acting per unit area.
- Pressure = Thrust / Area.
- Unit of pressure: Pascal (Pa), which is equal to 1 N/m².
- Other units: kPa, kgf/cm², atm.
Factors Affecting Pressure
- Area of the surface: Smaller area, higher pressure.
- Magnitude of the thrust: Greater thrust, higher pressure.
Examples of Pressure
- Standing vs. lying on sand: Pressure is higher when standing due to smaller area.
- Hammering a nail: Sharp end provides higher pressure due to smaller area.
Liquid Pressure
- Liquids exert pressure in all directions due to their weight.
- Factors affecting liquid pressure:
- Height of the liquid column: Pressure increases with height.
- Density of the liquid: Pressure increases with density.
Atmospheric Pressure
- The weight of air in the atmosphere exerts a pressure on the Earth's surface.
- Atmospheric pressure is measured in units of atmosphere (atm), cm of mercury column, or Pa.
- Standard atmospheric pressure at sea level: 1 atm (76 cm Hg) = 1.013 x 10^5 Pa.
- Atmospheric pressure decreases with increasing altitude.
Examples of Atmospheric Pressure
- Drinking with a straw: Atmospheric pressure pushes the drink up the straw.
- Blowing up a balloon: Air pressure inside causes the ballon to bulge.
- Filling a fountain pen: Atmospheric pressure helps ink fill the pen.
- Water pump: Atmospheric pressure helps draw water from a well.
Force
- Force is a push or pull that can cause a change in motion, size, or shape.
- A force applied to a stationary object can start it moving.
- A force applied to a moving object can change its speed, direction, or both.
- The unit of force is the newton (N).
- One newton is the force required to accelerate a 1 kg mass by 1 m/s² in the direction of motion.
- The force of gravity acting on an object is its weight.
- Weight is different at different locations on Earth.
- 1 kgf (kilogram force) is equal to 10 N (nearly).
Turning Effect of a Force
- A force applied to a pivoted object causes it to rotate around the pivot point.
- This turning effect is called a moment of force or torque.
- The moment of force depends on the magnitude of the force and the perpendicular distance from the pivot point to the force's line of action.
Moment of Force (Torque)
- Moment of force is calculated by multiplying the force by the perpendicular distance from the pivot point.
- The unit of moment of force is the newton-meter (Nm).
- 1 Nm is equal to 107 dyne cm.
- 1 kgf m is equal to 9.8 Nm.
Thrust
- Thrust is a force acting perpendicular to a surface.
- The unit of thrust is the same as the unit of force.
- A body resting on a surface exerts a thrust equal to its weight.
Pressure
- Pressure is the force per unit area.
- Pressure is calculated by dividing the force by the area it acts upon.
- The unit of pressure is the pascal (Pa).
- 1 Pa is equal to 1 N/m².
- Pressure increases as the force increases.
- Pressure decreases as the area increases.
Liquid Pressure
- Liquids exert pressure on surfaces and in all directions.
- Liquid pressure increases with the height of the liquid column.
- Liquid pressure increases with the density of the liquid.
Atmospheric Pressure
- The weight of the air in the atmosphere exerts pressure on the Earth's surface.
- Atmospheric pressure decreases with altitude.
- Standard atmospheric pressure at sea level is 76 cm of mercury, equal to 1 atm or 1.013 x 10⁵ Pa.
Force
- Force is a push or pull that causes movement, change in size, or change in shape.
- A force applied to a stationary object can cause it to move.
- A force applied to a moving object can change its speed or direction.
Unit of Force
- The SI unit of force is the newton (N).
- 1 newton is the force needed to accelerate a 1 kg mass by 1 m/s².
- The force of gravity on a 1 kg mass is called 1 kgf (kilogram force), which is approximately equal to 10 N.
Turning Effect of a Force (Moment of Force)
- A force applied at a distance from a pivot point can cause a body to rotate.
- This turning effect depends on the magnitude of the force and the perpendicular distance from the pivot point.
- The moment of force (torque) is the product of the force and the perpendicular distance.
- The SI unit of moment of force is newton-meter (Nm).
Thrust and Pressure
- Thrust is the force acting perpendicular to a surface.
- Pressure is the thrust per unit area.
- Units of pressure include pascal (Pa), kgf/cm², and atmosphere (atm).
- Pressure increases with increasing thrust and decreases with increasing area.
Liquid Pressure
- Liquids exert pressure in all directions due to their weight.
- Liquid pressure increases with increasing depth and density.
Atmospheric Pressure
- The Earth is surrounded by the atmosphere, a layer of air.
- The weight of this air exerts a pressure called atmospheric pressure.
- Atmospheric pressure decreases with increasing altitude.
- At sea level, standard atmospheric pressure is approximately 1 atm, which is equivalent to 76 cm of mercury or 1.013 x 10⁵ Pa.
Force
- A force is a push or pull that can cause movement, change in size, or change in shape of an object.
- A force applied to a stationary object causes motion.
- A force applied to a moving object can change its speed or direction.
- The S.I. unit of force is the newton (N).
- One newton is the force that increases the speed of a 1 kg object by 1 m/s in one second.
Weight
- The force of attraction exerted by the Earth on a body is called the weight of the body or the force of gravity.
- The weight of a body varies at different places on the Earth.
- At a place, the force of gravity on a body of mass 1 kg is called 1 kgf or 10 N.
- In other words, 1 N is the force of gravity at a place on 0-1 kg (100 g) mass.
- 1 kgf = 10 N.
Turning Effect of a Force
- A force applied on a stationary body, free to move, will move the body in a straight line in the direction of force
- A force applied to a pivoted body (fixed at a point of rotation) will cause the body to turn around the pivot.
- The axis of rotation is the vertical axis around which the body turns.
- There are two factors that affect the force's turning effect:
- The magnitude of the force. A larger force means a bigger turning effect.
- The perpendicular distance between the force and the pivot. A greater perpendicular distance means a stronger turning effect.
Moment of Force (Torque)
- The turning effect of a force is called the moment of force or torque.
- It's calculated by multiplying the force by the perpendicular distance of the force from the pivot point.
- The S.I. unit for moment of force is newton-metre (Nm).
- 1 N m = 105 dyne x 102 cm = 107 dyne cm
- 1 kgf m=9-8 Nm, 1 gf cm = 980 dyne cm
Thrust
- Thrust is a force applied perpendicular to a surface.
- A body placed on a surface exerts a thrust equal to its weight.
- The S.I. unit of thrust is the newton (N).
- 1 kgf = 1000 gf = 10 N
Pressure
- Pressure is defined as the thrust per unit area.
- The unit of pressure is N/m^2 (pascal).
- Pressure is expressed in terms of the effect of thrust.
- Pressure is higher when the same thrust acts upon a smaller area, and lower when the same thrust acts upon a larger area.
- Larger thrust on a surface produces higher pressure.
- Smaller thrust on a surface produces lower pressure.
Liquid Pressure
- Liquids exert pressure not only on the bottom of the container but also sideways, in all directions.
- There are two factors affecting liquid pressure:
- Height of the liquid column. Pressure increases with the height of the column.
- Density of the liquid. Pressure increases with the density of the liquid.
Atmospheric Pressure
- The envelope of air surrounding Earth is called the atmosphere.
- Air has weight and exerts pressure on the Earth's surface.
- The standard value of atmospheric pressure at sea level is 76 cm of mercury, 760 mm of mercury, 1 atm, or 1.013 x 10^5 Pa.
- Atmospheric pressure decreases with an increase in altitude (as you go higher into the atmosphere).
Force
- A push or pull that can cause movement, change in size, or change in shape
- Can speed up, slow down, or change the direction of a moving object.
- Not fruitful if it doesn't cause movement, change in size, or shape.
Unit of Force
- The SI unit of force is the Newton (N).
- 1 Newton is the force that increases the speed of a 1 kg object by 1 m/s in one second.
- The force of gravity on a body is called its weight.
- 1 kgf (kilogram force) is the force of gravity on a 1 kg mass.
- 1 kgf = 10 N (approximately)
Turning Effect of a Force
- When a force acts on a pivoted object, it rotates around the pivot point.
- This rotational effect is called the turning effect.
- The axis of rotation is the vertical line passing through the pivot point.
Factors affecting the turning effect of force
- Magnitude of the force: Greater force, greater turning effect.
- Perpendicular distance from the pivot point: Greater distance, greater turning effect
Examples of turning effect
- Opening a door: The handle is placed far from the hinges to make it easier to turn.
- Flour grinder: The handle is placed near the rim to make it easier to rotate.
- Potter's wheel: Turning the wheel by a stick at the rim helps to rotate it.
Moment of Force (Torque)
- Moment of force is the product of the force and the perpendicular distance from the pivot point.
- This is also called torque.
- Moment of force = Force x perpendicular distance.
- SI Unit: Newton-meter (Nm)
Thrust
- Force acting normal (perpendicular) to a surface.
- Unit: Kilogram force (kgf), gram force (gf), or Newton (N).
Effect of Thrust
- The effect of thrust depends on the area on which it acts.
- Smaller area: Greater effect.
- Larger area: Smaller effect.
- Examples: Standing on sand vs. lying on sand; hammering a nail with its flat end vs. its sharp end.
Pressure
- Thrust per unit area.
- Pressure = Thrust / Area.
- SI unit: Pascal (Pa).
- 1 Pascal = 1 N/m².
Factors affecting Pressure
- Area of surface: Smaller area, greater pressure. Larger area, smaller pressure.
- Magnitude of thrust: Greater thrust, greater pressure. Smaller thrust, smaller pressure.
Liquid Pressure
- Liquids exert pressure in all directions: bottom, sides, and top.
Factors affecting Liquid Pressure
- Height of liquid column: Greater height, greater pressure.
- Density of liquid: Greater density, greater pressure.
Atmospheric Pressure
- The weight of the air around the Earth exerts a thrust on the surface.
- This pressure is called atmospheric pressure.
- Standard value (sea level): 76 cm of mercury, 760 mm of mercury, 1 atm, or 1.013 x 10^5 Pa.
- Decreases with altitude.
Examples of atmospheric pressure
- Drinking with a straw
- Blowing up a balloon
- Ink filling a fountain pen
- Drawing water from a well using a water pump
Force
- A force is a push or pull that can cause a stationary body to move, alter the speed or direction of a moving body, or change the shape or size of a non-rigid body.
- The SI unit of force is the newton (N).
- One newton is the force that, when applied to a 1 kg body moving in the direction of the force, increases its speed by 1 m/s every second.
Weight
- The force of attraction exerted by the Earth on a body is called the weight of the body or the force of gravity.
- The force of gravity on a body is different at different places on Earth.
- At a particular location, the force of gravity on a 1 kg mass is called 1 kgf (kilogram force) or 10 N.
- 1 N is the force of gravity acting on a 0.1 kg mass.
Turning Effect of Force
- A force applied to a rigid body pivoted at a point (axis of rotation) can cause the body to turn around that point.
- This turning effect depends on the magnitude of the force and the perpendicular distance of the force from the pivoted point.
Moment of Force (Torque)
- The moment of force is the product of the force and the perpendicular distance from the point of rotation (also known as torque).
- Unit of moment of force: N x m (Newton x meter).
- Larger the perpendicular distance, less force is required to turn the body, and vice versa.
Thrust
- Thrust is a force applied perpendicular to a surface.
- A body placed on a surface exerts a thrust equal to its weight.
- Unit of thrust is the same as that of force (kgf, gf, or N).
Pressure
- Pressure is defined as the thrust per unit area.
- Formula: Pressure (P) = Thrust (F) / Area (A)
- Unit of pressure: Pascal (Pa) = N/m²
- 1 Pa is the pressure exerted by 1 N of thrust on a surface of 1 m².
Factors Affecting Pressure
- Area of Surface: Smaller the area, larger the pressure for the same thrust.
- Magnitude of Thrust: Larger the thrust, larger the pressure for the same area.
Liquid Pressure
- Liquids exert pressure in all directions, not just downwards.
- Pressure at a point in a liquid depends on:
- Height of the liquid column: Pressure increases with height.
- Density of the liquid: Pressure increases with density.
Atmospheric Pressure
- Air has weight and exerts a pressure called atmospheric pressure.
- Standard atmospheric pressure at sea level: 76 cm of mercury column, 1 atm, or 1.013 x 10^5 Pa.
- Atmospheric pressure decreases with altitude.
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Test your understanding of the concept of force and its different effects. This quiz covers the definition, units, and the turning effect of force on various bodies. Are you ready to demonstrate your knowledge of physics?
