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What is the definition of the center of mass in a uniform object?

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Force, energy and momentum

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What is the definition of the center of mass in a uniform object?.

  1. A.The point where the mass is concentrated
  2. B.The average position of all the mass in the object
  3. C.The point where the weight of the object is balanced
  4. D.The point where the object can be supported without tipping

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  • The average position of all the mass in the object

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The center of mass is defined as the average position of all the mass in an object, which is crucial for understanding stability and balance.

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