0
Closed
COG vs COM
I am having trouble understanding the difference between the center of mass and center of gravity. Please explain them to me because when I think about it. I feel like they are the exact same thing. When are they not?
Customer support service by UserEcho
Center of gravity is the point in an object where the force of gravity appears act. In a uniform gravitational field, this will be at the same place as the center of mass. They are not the same thing, but they will often be at the same point in an object. Thus in problems that that place near the surface of earth, the terms are sometimes used interchangeably. Hope this helps!