Biomechanical principles

Question 1

Give a definition of centre of mass

Answer 1

The point at which a body/object is balanced in all directions.

Question 2

Describe how COM affects stability

Answer 2

-Lower C.O.M. = increased stability
-Larger base of support = increased stability
-Line of gravity in the middle of base of support = increased stab.
-More mass = increased stability

Question 3

Label the vertical forces acting on the basketball player at
the point of take off.

Answer 3

-R up and bigger
-W shorter and down