Centre of Gravity Terms

When can the centre of gravity of a ship move?

Which direction does the centre of gravity (G) move when masses are added to a ship?

Which direction does the centre of gravity (G) move when masses are removed from a ship?

In what direction does the centre of gravity (G) move when masses are already on board and being moved?

What happens to the weight of a load when lifted by a ship’s derrick or crane?

If the point of suspension of a load is moved horizontally, what happens to the ship’s centre of gravity?

When the point of suspension of a load is raised or lowered, what happens to the ship’s centre of gravity?

What is one way the centre of gravity of a ship can be moved?

How can the centre of gravity of a ship be raised?

What happens to the ship’s stability when the centre of gravity is raised?

What can cause the centre of gravity of a ship to shift?

How does the centre of gravity of a ship affect its stability?

What happens to the ship’s stability if the centre of gravity is too high?

How does the distribution of weight within a ship impact its centre of gravity?

What is the role of the metacentric height in relation to the ship’s centre of gravity?

How does the shape of a ship’s hull affect its centre of gravity?

What is the significance of maintaining a stable centre of gravity on a ship?

What happens to the ship’s stability if the centre of gravity is constantly shifting?

How can the crew adjust the centre of gravity during cargo operations?

What is the primary concern when dealing with the centre of gravity on a ship?