Objectives
1. Define center of gravity
10.3 Locating the Center of Gravity
2. Find the center of gravity for various objects.
10.4 Toppling
3. Given the location of the center of gravity and the area of support of an object,
predict whether the object will topple.
10.5 Stability
4. Distinguish between stable equilibrium, unstable equilibrium, and neutral
equilibrium.
10.6 Center of Gravity of People
5. Give examples of how a human is affected by the need to keep the body's center
of gravity over the support base.
Misconceptions
Note: The following statements are FALSE!!!
1. The center of mass of an object must be where physical mass exists.
2. The center of gravity of a person is at a fixed place inside the body.