The Right Hand Rule is a crucial concept in rotational dynamics used to determine the direction of torque and angular momentum. When applying the rule, the thumb represents the direction of the torque vector, while the fingers indicate the direction of rotation. Positive torque is defined when the rotation follows the direction of the fingers, and negative torque occurs when it opposes this direction. Mastery of this rule is essential for solving torque problems effectively in physics.
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