Moments and Stability

Question 1

Define what happens when an object turns

Answer 1

If the total anticlockwise moments do not equal the total clockwise moments, there will be a resultant force (so object will turn)

Question 2

Describe 2 things that can make an object more stable

Answer 2

Low centre of mass and a wide bass

Question 3

What is happening when an object begins to tip over? (General)

Answer 3

If its centre of mass moves beyond the edge of its base

Question 4

What is happening when an object begins to tip over? (Moments)

Answer 4

If the line of action of the weight of the object lies outside of the base of the object, it’ll cause a resultant moment. This will make the object tip