key term - Balance

Definition

Balance refers to an object's ability to stay stable and not tip over. It involves distributing weight evenly so that forces acting on it do not cause it to fall or lean excessively in one direction.

Related terms

Center of Mass: The center of mass represents the average position of all the mass in an object and plays a crucial role in determining its balance.

Equilibrium:

Equilibrium occurs when all forces acting on an object are balanced, resulting in a state of rest or constant velocity.

Torque:

Torque is the rotational equivalent of force and can affect an object's balance by causing it to rotate around a pivot point.