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What is the centre of gravity?

What is the centre of gravity?

Centre of gravity of a regular rectangular shape

All parts of a solid object have mass, so gravity pulls downwards on every single atom. Treating a solid block as millions of tiny separate weights is far too complicated.

1.5.3 Centre of gravity and stability Lesson

  1. IGCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /1.5.3 Centre of gravity and stability

Step-by-step lessons on CIE IGCSE Physics 1.5.3 Centre of gravity and stability. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a strong foundation in mechanics and electricity before tackling the more mathematically demanding astrophysics and nuclear topics.

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