Edexcel IGCSE Physics 1 31p Centre of Gravity Questions
A body's weight acts through its centre of gravity. On a force diagram, draw the weight vertically down from this point.
- Syllabus
- First assessment 2019
- Course
- Physics 4PH1
Exam points
- name the point through which an object's weight acts as the centre of gravity
- draw the weight arrow vertically downwards starting at the centre of gravity
Edexcel IGCSE Physics 1 31p Centre of Gravity Questions question 1
Diagram 1 shows a wooden plank balanced horizontally on two supports, A and B.
A block is suspended from the plank between the supports by a cable of negligible weight.
Diagram 1
Diagram 2 shows the block and the cable connecting the block to the plank.
The centre of gravity of the block is located at point X .
Draw an arrow on diagram 2 to show the weight of the block.
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