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Turning effects and the moment formula

Turning effects and the moment formula

Top view of a door with hinge pivot on the left and equal pushes near the hinge and at the handle, showing the larger perpendicular distance and larger moment at the handle A force can make an object rotate about a pivot. The turning effect is larger when the force acts farther from the pivot, so a door opens more easily when you push near the handle than near the hinge.

Moments, levers and gears Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /Moments, levers and gears

Step-by-step lessons covering Edexcel GCSE Physics Moments, levers and gears for Foundation and Higher tier. Each lesson works through exam-style questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2 format. Master the required practical work and core equations early, since both papers can draw on content and maths skills from across the whole specification.

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