It’s a measure of how much a force causes an object to rotate or turn around a pivot point.
Factors Affecting Turning Effect:
- Force: The greater the force, the greater the turning effect.
- Distance: The greater the distance from the pivot point to where the force is applied, the greater the turning effect.
Formula:
Torque (τ) = Force (F) x Distance (d)
τ = F x d
Unit:
Newton-meters (N·m).
Examples:
- Using a wrench to loosen a bolt: The force applied to the wrench creates a turning effect, making it easier to loosen the bolt.
- Opening a door: The force applied to the door handle creates a turning effect, allowing the door to swing open.
