The balance point of an object is called the center of ______________.balancemasstensionA twisting force.tensioncompressiontorqueWho invented the spring loaded mouse trap?James spellingThomas WardJames Henry AtkinsonWhat force opposes motion and has a great effect on a mouse trap cars performance.gravityfrictionbearingsEnergy that is stored is called:stable energykinetic energypotential energyA compressed spring of a mouse trap car is an example of ____________ energy.kineticstablepotential In general the longer the length of the plan the _________ force is needed to move the object.lessmoreA car built for distance requires a ____________ lever arm.longshortstableThe distance form the turning axis to the point of contact is called the:torque pointturning pointlever armWhat is the sleeve called that is used to give the axle a smooth surface to rub against.wood dowelbearingbushing Loading...