7th Edition

ISBN: 9780321625922

Author: Douglas C. Giancoli

Publisher: Addison-Wesley

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Torque is the rotational equivalent of linear force in physics and mechanics. Based on the course of study, it is also known as the moment of force, rotational force, or turning effect.

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Chapter 8, Problem 5Q

If the net force on a system is zero, is the net torque also zero? If the net torque or a system is zero, is the net force zero? Explain and give examples.

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