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Center of gravity (CofG)
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single point that moves in accordance with Newton's simple laws of motion; point where all mass is imagined to be
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In some instanced, the center of gravity can be...
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outside of the object
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How could you find the center of gravity for an irregular object?
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Suspend the object and the center of gravity will lie below the point of suspension.
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An object is balanced when
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its center of gravity lies between the area defined by its supports
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Scoliosis
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a curvature of the spine associated with poor posture
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