Newton Meter - GCSE Physics Definition

A Newton metre is a unit of measurement used to measure torque, which is the turning force on an object. Imagine you are trying to tighten or loosen a bolt with a spanner. The force you apply with your hand, combined with how far you are from the pivot point (the centre of the bolt), creates torque. One Newton metre is the torque produced when a force of one Newton is applied at a distance of one metre from the pivot point. In simple terms, it helps us understand how much force is needed to make things spin or rotate. In physics, understanding torque is important for studying how machines and engines work.