Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Forces

Forces — practice question

A student finds the centre of mass of a wooden piece. The wood has an irregular outline and uniform thickness.
(a)[3]

Describe how you would determine the centre of mass of the piece of wood in Fig. 5.1. A diagram may be included if it helps your answer.

(b)[1]

Fig. 5.2 shows a flat, symmetrical object. Indicate its centre of mass by placing X in the correct position.

(c)[2]

Fig. 5.3 shows a side-on view of a drinking-glass in two positions, A and B. State which position, A or B, is more stable. Explain your answer.

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