Careful: 235 is the mass (in grams), not the weight.tyerra123 said:F1+F2-235=0
Same problem as above plus one more: Where does the weight of the stick act?(F1x0)+(F2x90)-(235)=0
Torque is a measure of the turning force on an object. It is calculated by multiplying the force applied to an object by the distance from the pivot point to the point where the force is applied.
An object is in equilibrium when the sum of all the forces acting on it is equal to zero and the sum of all the torques acting on it is also equal to zero. This means that the object is not moving or rotating.
Static equilibrium refers to when an object is at rest and in balance, while dynamic equilibrium refers to when an object is moving at a constant speed in a straight line.
To solve torque and equilibrium problems, you first need to draw a free-body diagram to identify all the forces acting on the object. Then, use the equations for torque and equilibrium to set up and solve the problem.
Torque and equilibrium are important concepts in many fields, including engineering, physics, and biomechanics. Some real-life applications include using torque to open a door, balancing a seesaw, and designing structures that can withstand external forces and maintain equilibrium.