AIIMS 2019 Physics Angular Momentum MCQ Question
The angular momentum must remain same in magnitude and direction when there is no torque acting on it. Thus, the plane of rotation must pass through the centre of earth.
True
False
Cannot be determined
None of the above
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The statement is true because, in the absence of external torque, the angular momentum of a system remains conserved, meaning both its magnitude and direction remain constant. For a rotating object, such as the Earth, this implies that the plane of rotation must pass through the center of the Earth to maintain a stable rotational axis. Options B and C are incorrect because they either deny the conservation principle or suggest ambiguity where the laws of physics provide clarity. Option D is irrelevant as it does not pertain to the question's context.
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