Question

A central force is one that is always directed toward the same point. can a central force give rise to a torque about that point​

Answer 1

Answer:

yes dear. central forces do give rise to torque. e.g electrostatic forces.

Answer 2

Answer: No

Explanation:

A central force is always acts along a line joining the center of the two bodies, e.g, force of gravitation is always directed towards centre, therefore moment arm is zero, therefore central force cannot produce torque