Tuesday, February 9, 2010

What is a force?

A force is a push or a pull that can change the direction of the object or the shape/size of the object.

4 examples of force:

-Friction is a force happened by two surfaces rubbing together

-Pulling a wagon is another type force where it is a pull

-Gravity is a force. Gravity pulls you down to earth and it is a pulling force.

-compressing a spring is a push where you force it down.

Units of force?

Force is measured by newtons. Newtons measure the amount of force you are placing on earth, object, etc.

Equation of force?

The equation of a force is F=mass (x) acceleration
kg m/s2

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