Calculating Torque on an Apple: Fx, Fy, Fz

In summary, the magnitude of the torque about the origin of an apple at coordinates (-3.0, 0, 7.0) m due to a force with a single component of Fx = 2.0 N is -6 N*m. The y-component of this torque is 0. If the force has a component of Fx = -2.0 N, the magnitude of the torque is still -6 N*m and the y-component is 0. However, if the force has a component of Fz = 2.0 N, the magnitude of the torque is 14 N*m and the y-component is 0. It is important to note that the equation for torque is T = z *
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What is the magnitude of the torque about the origin of an apple at coordinates (-3.0, 0, 7.0) m due to force F whose only component is Fx = 2.0 N?
What is the y-component of this torque?
What is the magnitude of the torque if the force is Fx = - 2.0 N?
What is the y-component of this torque?
What is the magnitude of the torque if the force is Fz = 2.0 N?
What is the y-component of this torque?

t=Ia or is there another equation?


t=-3*2.0 N= -6 N*m
I did N*m for the other ones but still getting the answer wrong.
 
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If (-3.0, 0, 7.0) is a point in 3D space (x,y,z) then...

t=-3*2.0

is that T = x * F ?

I believe that should be T = z * F

Draw it.
 

What is torque and how is it calculated?

Torque is a measure of the rotational force acting on an object. It is calculated by multiplying the force applied to the object by the distance from the point of rotation to the point where the force is applied.

What is the significance of calculating torque on an apple?

Calculating torque on an apple can help determine the amount of force needed to rotate or twist the apple. This can be useful in understanding the structural integrity of the apple or in designing tools for harvesting or cutting apples.

What are the components of torque on an apple?

The components of torque on an apple are the forces acting on the apple in the X, Y, and Z directions. These are denoted as Fx, Fy, and Fz respectively.

How do you calculate Fx, Fy, and Fz for an apple?

Fx, Fy, and Fz can be calculated by breaking down the applied force into its components in the X, Y, and Z directions. This can be done using trigonometric functions or vector analysis.

What are some real-world applications of calculating torque on an apple?

Calculating torque on an apple has various real-world applications, such as in designing tools for harvesting or cutting apples, understanding the structural integrity of apples in storage or transportation, and studying the biomechanics of chewing apples for dental health research.

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