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Created page with "= Force: Definition and Mathematical Representation = == Introduction == '''Force''' is a fundamental concept in physics that describes a push or a pull acting upon an object. It causes objects to accelerate, decelerate, remain in place, or change direction. The concept of force is central to Newtonian mechanics. == Definition == Force is defined mathematically by Newton's Second Law: F = m × a Where: * F is force in newtons (N), * m is mass in kilograms (kg), *..."
 
 
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== Types of Forces ==
== Types of Forces ==
Some common types of forces include:
Some common types of forces include:
* **Gravitational Force**: F = G × (m₁ × m₂) / r²
* Gravitational Force: F = G × (m₁ × m₂) / r²
* **Normal Force**: Perpendicular to the surface.
* Normal Force: Perpendicular to the surface.
* **Frictional Force**: Opposes motion between two surfaces.
* Frictional Force: Opposes motion between two surfaces.
* **Tension**: Force through a stretched string or rope.
* Tension: Force through a stretched string or rope.
* **Electromagnetic Forces**: Includes electric and magnetic forces.
* Electromagnetic Forces: Includes electric and magnetic forces.


== Vector Nature ==
== Vector Nature ==
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== Newton’s Laws of Motion ==
== Newton’s Laws of Motion ==
Force is described by Newton’s laws:
Force is described by Newton’s laws:
1. Law of Inertia
* 1. Law of Inertia
2. F = m × a
* 2. F = m × a
3. For every action, there's an equal and opposite reaction (F₁ = -F₂)
* 3. For every action, there's an equal and opposite reaction (F₁ = -F₂)


== Applications ==
== Applications ==