NEET Physics · Hard

System of Particles & Rotational Motion: Moment of Inertia MCQ

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Moment of InertiaHardQuestion 6122

Question

Perpendicular axis theorem applies to:
  1. A
    3D bodies
  2. B
    Thin laminar bodies only
    Correct
  3. C
    Solid spheres
  4. D
    Hollow cylinders

Correct answer

Thin laminar bodies only

Explanation

Perpendicular axis theorem (Iz = Ix + Iy) applies to thin laminar (flat) bodies only.