Free Body Diagrams

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a free body diagram?
Back
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 of the force.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the length of the arrow in a free body diagram represent?
Back
The length of the arrow in a free body diagram represents the magnitude of the force acting on the object.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you calculate net force?
Back
Net force is calculated by vectorially adding all the individual forces acting on an object. If forces are in the same direction, they are added; if they are in opposite directions, they are subtracted.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the net force acting on an object at rest?
Back
The net force acting on an object at rest is 0 N, as there is no acceleration.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of a net force of 0 N?
Back
A net force of 0 N indicates that the object is in equilibrium, meaning it is either at rest or moving at a constant velocity.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If an object has a weight of 1 N and is in free fall, what is the net force acting on it?
Back
The net force acting on the object in free fall is equal to its weight, which is 1 N.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does a rightward gravitational force of 100 N indicate in a free body diagram?
Back
A rightward gravitational force of 100 N indicates that there is a force acting on the object in the right direction, which may be due to another force overcoming gravity.
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