A tree grows at an angle of 50 to the ground as shown in Figure Q8.5. If
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A tree grows at an angle of 50° to the ground as shown in Figure Q8.5. If the tree is 25 m from its base to its top and has a mass of 500 kg, what is the approximate magnitude of the torque on the tree due to the force of gravity? Take the base of the tree as the pivot point. (The answer reveals one reason trees need roots.)
Figure Q8.5
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