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What is the effect of applying a torque to an object?

The object experiences angular acceleration.

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What is the effect of applying a torque to an object?

The object experiences angular acceleration.

What is the effect of increasing the distance from the axis of rotation when applying a force?

It increases the magnitude of the torque.

What happens when the net torque on an object is zero?

The object is in rotational equilibrium, meaning it has no angular acceleration.

What is the effect of shifting the axis of rotation away from the center of mass?

It increases the moment of inertia, as described by the parallel axis theorem.

In a torque diagram, label the force vector, lever arm, and torque vector.

1: Force Vector ( $\vec{F}$ ), 2: Lever Arm ( $\vec{r}$ ), 3: Torque Vector ( $\vec{\tau}$ )

In a free-body diagram for equilibrium, label the forces acting on the object.

1: Weight ( $\vec{W}$ ), 2: Normal Force ( $\vec{N}$ ), 3: Applied Force ( $\vec{F}$ ), 4: Tension ( $\vec{T}$ )

What are the differences between translational and rotational equilibrium?

Translational Equilibrium: Net force is zero, no linear acceleration. | Rotational Equilibrium: Net torque is zero, no angular acceleration.

What are the differences between force and torque?

Force: Linear push or pull, causes linear acceleration. | Torque: Rotational force, causes angular acceleration.

What are the differences between mass and moment of inertia?

Mass: Resistance to linear acceleration, scalar quantity. | Moment of Inertia: Resistance to angular acceleration, depends on mass distribution, scalar quantity.