Question

25. State the principle of moments. Name one device
based on it.​

Answer 1

• Moment = Force (F) x Perpendicular distance from the pivot (d). Answer: The principle of moments states that when in equilibrium the total sum of the anti clockwise moment is equal to the total sum of the clockwise moment. This principle can be explained by considering two people on a seesaw.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

The principle of moments states that when in equilibrium the total sum of the anti clockwise moment is equal to the total sum of the clockwise moment.

devices:

pendulum clock, Spring balance, Balance wheel.