Physics 209A Sonoma State University Fall 202 Pre-Lab: Torque 1. Define Torque (both in words and equations). State how to determine the direction of torque. How does it relate to force? 2. A rod is 1m long and connected to a pivot point on its left end so that it can rotate freely, as shown below. a. A downward force with magnitude 3N is applied to the right end of the rod. What is the torque on the rod about an axis through the pivot point (on the left end)? Give magnitude and direction. b. An upward force with magnitude 6N is applied to the middle of the rod. What is the torque on the rod about an axis through the pivot point (on the left end)? Give magnitude and direction. c. If both forces described in parts a and b are applied at the same time, what is the net torque on the rod