What is the center of gravity? Where will be the center of gravity of these regular shaped bodies: circular plate, rectangular and square-shaped plate, triangular shaped plate, cylinder, sphere? (Also draw figures to support your answer). Differentiate between center of mass and center of gravity.
The center of gravity is the point in a body where the total weight of the body can be considered to act. It is the point where the gravitational force can be considered to act for the purpose of analyzing motion under the influence of gravity. Location of center of gravity for various bodies: Circular … Read more