Force Diagrams

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What is a force diagram?

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A visual representation that shows all the forces acting on an object, including their direction and magnitude.

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What does the length of an arrow in a force diagram represent?

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The strength of the force; longer arrows indicate stronger forces.

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What is the normal force?

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The force exerted by a surface to support the weight of an object resting on it, acting perpendicular to the surface.

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What is friction?

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A force that opposes the motion of an object, acting parallel to the surfaces in contact.

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What happens to a skydiver when they open their parachute?

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The skydiver experiences an increase in air resistance, which slows them down.

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What is the net force acting on an object moving at a constant speed?

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The net force is zero, meaning all forces acting on the object are balanced.

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How do you determine the direction of a force in a force diagram?

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The direction of the arrow indicates the direction of the force applied to the object.

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What is the role of gravity in a force diagram?

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Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth, acting downward on all objects.

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What is the difference between static and kinetic friction?

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Static friction acts on objects that are not moving, while kinetic friction acts on objects that are sliding past each other.

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How can you increase the normal force on an object?

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By increasing the weight of the object or adding additional forces acting downward.