Gyroscope – Torsional Pendulum Quiz

What is a gyroscope?

• A type of dessert made with yogurt and fruit

• A musical instrument played by spinning it around

• A device used for measuring or maintaining orientation and angular velocity.

• A type of bird that can fly long distances

How does a torsional pendulum work?

• The pendulum is pushed in a circular motion

• The pendulum is heated to create movement

• The suspended mass is twisted and then released, causing it to oscillate back and forth around its equilibrium position.

• The mass is pulled downwards and released

What is the purpose of a gyroscope in physics?

• To calculate the speed of light

• To measure or maintain orientation and angular velocity.

• To measure temperature and pressure

• To determine the chemical composition of a substance

Explain the concept of precession in a gyroscope.

• Precession is the wobbling motion of the gyroscope due to uneven weight distribution

• Precession is the change in the speed of the gyroscope's spinning axis

• The gradual change in the orientation of the spinning axis of the gyroscope due to an external torque.

• The gyroscope stops spinning when a torque is applied

What are the applications of a gyroscope in everyday life?

• Bicycles and skateboards

• Smartphones, tablets, and gaming controllers

• Toasters and coffee makers

• Refrigerators and washing machines