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⚛️ Physics  ·  System of Particles and Rotational Motion  ·  NEET & JEE

The angular equivalent of Newton's second law (F = ma) is:

Answer: τ = Iα.

  • A τ = Iα
  • B L = Iω
  • C τ = r × F
  • D I = mr²

Correct answer: A. τ = Iα

Explanation: Torque = moment of inertia x angular acceleration, just as force = mass x linear acceleration.

axis OPr⊥Fττ = r⊥ × F = r × F × sinθ

Torque about axis O equals the force F multiplied by the perpendicular distance r⊥ from the axis to the line of action of the force, producing rotation.

Concept context

Moment of inertia, torque, angular momentum, rolling motion. Very high JEE weightage.

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