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Why is Ix/Iy used instead of Iz for the mass moment of inertia?
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The discussion clarifies the use of Ix and Iy for calculating the mass moment of inertia instead of Iz. Ix and Iy are defined as Ix=Iy= 1/12 m (3(r^2) + (h^2)), which applies to objects rotating about a horizontal axis, while Iz= 1/2 m (r^2) is relevant for vertical rotation. The test tube's rotation is about the j-axis, not its centroidal axis, necessitating the use of Ix/Iy for accurate calculations.
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