Centre of Gravity: How Can This Be Possible?

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The center of gravity is defined as the point where the weight of an object appears to act, but it is not the location where all gravitational forces converge. Instead, gravity acts on each particle of the object uniformly. The significance of the center of gravity lies in its role in torque generation; when a force is applied in line with this point, no torque is produced. Understanding this concept is crucial for analyzing rotational dynamics in physics.

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Hi... The centre of gravity is the point where the whole weight seems to act on. How can this be possible? Ty in advance
 
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Actually, the center of gravity is not where the whole weight acts on. The force of gravity acts on each particle in the object at roughly the same magnitude. It's merely the point where if you apply a force that is inline with it, no torque is generated.
 
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Thanks for answering as soon as possible. Is a moment a turning effect of a force (the rotation) or when applying the force. Ty
 

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