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CAN A central force give rise to a torque about that point

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Answer:

In rectilinear motion F = M a describes the motion of a particle

Γ = I α (torque equals moment of inertia times angular acceleration is the equivalent law in circular motion)

A fixed central force is perpendicular to the direction of motion and cannot change the torque about the point. (for mechanical forces)

However, for electrical forces, F = Q V X B and a changing magnetic field at the center of motion can produce a force perpendicular to the direction of motion.

Perhaps, the question needs to be more specific.

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