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Which of the following is a requirement for a rigid body to be in mechanical equilibrium?

For mechanical equilibrium, both translational and rotational equilibrium are required: the net force (∑F = 0) and net torque (∑τ = 0) must be zero. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to Both net force and net torque must be zero. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option C is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.

What happens to the angular velocity of a rigid body if the net external torque is zero?

If the net external torque is zero (dLdt = τ = 0), angular momentum is conserved, and for a fixed moment of inertia, angular velocity remains constant. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to It remains constant. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option C is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.

What characterizes pure translational motion of a rigid body?

In pure translational motion, all particles of the rigid body have the same velocity at any given instant, with no rotation involved. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to All particles have the same linear velocity. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.

What is the primary source of angular acceleration in a rigid body?

Angular acceleration (α) is caused by net external torque (τ = Iα), which drives rotational change. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to Net external torque. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.

For a body rotating about a fixed axis, what is true about particles on the axis?

Particles on the axis of rotation have a perpendicular distance r = 0 from the axis, so their linear velocity v = ωr = 0, meaning they remain stationary. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to They remain stationary. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.

Why can a rigid body not deform under the influence of forces in theoretical mechanics?

In theoretical mechanics, a rigid body is an idealization where inter-particle distances are fixed, preventing deformation and allowing focus on rotational and translational motion only. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to Because it is an idealization with fixed distances. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.

What is the condition for a rigid body to have zero angular acceleration?

Angular acceleration is zero when the net torque is zero (τ = Iα), as torque drives rotational change. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to Net torque is zero. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.

What determines the magnitude of torque on a rigid body?

The magnitude of torque (τ = rFsin⁡θ) depends on the force magnitude F and the perpendicular distance rsin⁡θ from the pivot to the line of action of the force. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to Force and perpendicular distance from the pivot. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option C is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.

What is the effect of a force applied at the axis of rotation on a rigid body?

A force applied at the axis (r = 0) produces no torque (τ = rFsin⁡θ = 0), so it cannot cause rotation about that axis. As per NCERT, applying relevant law/formula with correct units and sign convention leads to It causes no rotation. This satisfies dimensional consistency and physical conditions given, so option B is scientifically correct.

Ref: NCERT Class 11 Physics, Thermal Properties and Gravitation.