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Physics

Parallel Axis Theorem

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The Parallel Axis Theorem allows calculating rotational inertia about any parallel axis using just the moment of inertia about the center of mass and the distance between axes.

Why this is interesting

Ever wondered why a spinning top is stable when it rotates around its center but wobbles if you change the axis? The answer lies in how mass distribution affects rotation.