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A bending moment exists in a structural element when a moment is applied to the element so that the element bends. Moments and torques are measured as a force multiplied by a distance so they have as unit Newton-ms (N·m) , or pounds-foot force (lbf·ft). The concept of bending moment is very important in engineering (particularly in civil and mechanical engineering) and physics. Also note that the correct way to say the units is in force x distance and not the other way around. Some scholars believe that engineers who do use the other terminology may be completely wrong with every calculation they ever make.

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