This key facts covers The Moment Equation within Moments & Levers for GCSE Physics. Revise Moments & Levers in Forces for GCSE Physics with 13 exam-style questions and 10 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 4 of 14 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 4 of 14
Practice
13 questions
Recall
10 flashcards
📐 The Moment Equation
M = F × d
Moment (Nm) = Force (N) × perpendicular distance from pivot (m)
Worked example: A force of 30 N is applied 0.5 m from a pivot.
Moment = 30 × 0.5 = 15 Nm