AP Physics 1 Flashcards: Torque

Study Torque in AP Physics 1 with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

State the effect on torque if $\theta$ changes from $90^\circ$ to $0^\circ$ .

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ANSWER

Torque decreases to zero. Maximum torque at $90°$ reduces to zero at $0°$ .

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A wrench turns a bolt about its center. A force

F

is applied at the end of the wrench handle, but the force is directed along the handle toward the bolt, so the line of action passes through the pivot and the lever arm is

0

. What is the torque about the bolt?

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