State how the position of the centre of gravity of a body in stable equilibrium changes to that in the rest position when the body is slightly tilted and then released.

K.C.S.E Physics Q & A - MODEL 1999PP1QN03

State how the position of the centre of gravity of a body in stable equilibrium changes to that in the rest position when the body is slightly tilted and then released.

ANSWERS

• Center of gravity rises when the body is tilted slightly and lowers when released / returns to original  position.