Types of Forces

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What is a free-body diagram?

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A free-body diagram is a graphical representation used to visualize the forces acting on an object. It shows the object as a dot and the forces as arrows pointing in the direction they act.

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What are the types of forces that can act on an object?

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The types of forces that can act on an object include gravitational force, normal force, frictional force, tension force, and applied force.

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How does gravitational force affect an object?

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Gravitational force is the force of attraction between two masses. It pulls objects toward the center of the Earth or any other massive body.

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What is normal force?

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Normal force is the support force exerted upon an object that is in contact with a surface. It acts perpendicular to the surface.

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What role does friction play in motion?

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Friction is a force that opposes the relative motion of two surfaces in contact. It can slow down or stop the motion of an object.

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What is tension force?

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Tension force is the force transmitted through a string, rope, or cable when it is pulled tight by forces acting from opposite ends.

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How does applied force differ from other forces?

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Applied force is a force that is applied to an object by a person or another object, as opposed to forces that arise from the object's interaction with its environment.

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What is the significance of the direction of forces in free-body diagrams?

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The direction of forces in free-body diagrams is crucial as it indicates how the forces interact with the object, affecting its motion and equilibrium.

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What is equilibrium in the context of forces?

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Equilibrium occurs when the net force acting on an object is zero, meaning all the forces are balanced and the object is either at rest or moving at a constant velocity.

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How can you determine the net force acting on an object?

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The net force can be determined by vector addition of all the individual forces acting on the object, taking into account their magnitudes and directions.