Question

Define moment of force and its unit in short

Answer 1

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In physics, moment of force (often just moment) is a measure of its tendency to cause a body to rotate about a specific point or axis. In this concept the moment arm, the distance from the axis of rotation, plays an important role. ... The SI unit for moment is the newton meter (kgm²/s²).

Answer 2

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Torque is the rotational equivalent of linear force. It is also referred to as the moment, moment of force, rotational force or turning effect, depending on the field of study. The concept originated with the studies by Archimedes of the usage of levers.