Who Introduced the Concept of Moment?

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The discussion centers on the concept of "moment," which has multiple definitions, including a small portion of time, the present time, and the tendency to produce motion. Participants are encouraged to clarify their inquiries to avoid confusion regarding which definition they are referencing. The conversation emphasizes the importance of specificity in discussing the term "moment." The request for detailed context aims to facilitate a more focused and informative exchange. Overall, the thread highlights the complexity of the term and the need for clear communication.
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can anyone tell me who gave the concept of moment.
 
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Will you please be more specific about what you mean? Moment has many different definitions, here are three:

1. small portion of time
2. present time
3. tendency to produce motion

Please use all necessary details to describe the process in your question so there can be no doubt about your meaning. Thank you.

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Tendency to produce motion
 

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