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THE CENTER OF MASS 1J10.10

PURPOSE: To demonstrate the center of mass.

DESCRIPTION: When the object is suspended from one of the holes along its perimeter, the center of mass will be directly below the suspension point, as defined by the plumb bob. When the object is suspended from the hole
at its center of mass, it remains stable in any angular position.

EQUIPMENT: Black board mechanics center of gravity shape.

SETUP NOTES: None.

Updated by Jun Qi in 3/6/2000