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What is the fundamental difference between the point of application and the plane of application?
What is the fundamental difference between the point of application and the plane of application?
- The point of application involves external forces, while the plane of application is an internal force.
- The point of application is the exact spot of force application, and the plane of application is an imaginary surface the force passes through. (correct)
- The point of application is a specific location, while the plane of application is a directional force.
- The point of application and plane of application are identical, differing only by where the force is applied.
If a force is applied to a door to open it, what is the best way to describe the plane of application?
If a force is applied to a door to open it, what is the best way to describe the plane of application?
- The plane is determined by the position of the person pushing.
- The plane is a curved surface following the handle.
- The plane is an imaginary surface passing through the door knob. (correct)
- The plane is always located within the door hinge.
When a book is resting on a table, which of the following is true about the point and plane of application of the gravitational force on the book?
When a book is resting on a table, which of the following is true about the point and plane of application of the gravitational force on the book?
- The point of application is the book's center of mass, and the plane is a horizontal surface through this point. (correct)
- The point of application and the plane of application are undefined when an object is at rest.
- The point of application is the table surface, and the plane is the vertical surface along the table leg.
- The point of application and the plane of application are the same in this case.
A ball is kicked. How does the plane of application relate to the force applied?
A ball is kicked. How does the plane of application relate to the force applied?
Which scenario BEST exemplifies the concept of 'point of application'?
Which scenario BEST exemplifies the concept of 'point of application'?
Flashcards
Point of Application
Point of Application
The point where a force acts on an object.
Plane of Application
Plane of Application
An imaginary flat surface that the force goes through.
Fixed Point of Application
Fixed Point of Application
The point of application is fixed, and the force cannot move away from it.
Specific Point of Application
Specific Point of Application
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Force and Motion/Shape
Force and Motion/Shape
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Study Notes
Plane of Application
- Plane of application is an imaginary flat surface through which an external force acts on an object.
- It's the location where the force is applied.
Point of Application
- Point of application is the exact location where a force is applied to an object.
- The point and the force itself cannot change positions.
- For example, when pushing a trolley, the region of the handle where the hand pushes is the point of application.
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