Describe what happens to the gravitational force when the Sun, Earth and Moon are in a line.
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Answer:
M₀ = 5i - 4j - k
Explanation:
Using the cross product method, the moment vector(M₀) of a force (F) is about a given point is equal to cross product of the vector A from the point (r) to anywhere on the line of action of the force itself. i.e
M₀ = r x F
From the question,
r = i + j + k
F = 1i + 0j + 5k
Therefore,
M₀ = (i + j + k) x (1i + 0j + 5k)
M₀ =
M₀ = i(5 - 0) -j(5 - 1) + k(0 - 1)
M₀ = i(5) - j(4) + k(-1)
M₀ = 5i - 4j - k
Therefore, the moment about the origin O of the force F is
M₀ = 5i - 4j - k