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OpenStudy (anonymous):

What is a rigid body?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

A rigid body is that in which the relative positioning of its constituent particles do not change on application of force.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

um, I think that's sufficient. Short definition though.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thank you.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

:) , welcome

OpenStudy (jmark):

The center of mass of a rigid body is a point whose position is fixed with respect to the body as a whole. The point may or may not lie in the body. The position of the center of mass of a rigid body depends on. 1. Shape of the body 2. Distribution of mass in the body

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