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Without context, one can only assume that gravity is exerting a force on any object that is moving downward. (Gravity is still exerting a force on a coin that is not moving, for example one stationary on a tabletop, but we don't spend a lot of time worrying about it.)
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 8y agoFirst of all please note that a force does NOT have a WEIGHT.
The force that can be thought of to act downwards is the force of gravity.
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Which way does normal force act?
The normal force acts perpendicular to a body and in the downward direction.
Which gravity speeds up a moving object?
Gravity will speed up a force if gravity acts in the same direction as the object is already moving - for example, if the object is already moving downward - and if counterforces (such as air resistance) don't interfere too much.
What is a force that acts in an upward direction that opposes the downward force of an object?
The force that opposes a downward force on an object would be called the "normal force". For example, it is as a result of the normal force that people do not fall though the ground the same way that they fall through the air.
If you suspend a load from a fixed support by means of a rope what downward force acts on the load?
Gravity
Suppose you suspend a load from a fixed support by means of a rope what downward force acts on the load?
net
Which way does normal force act?
The normal force acts perpendicular to a body and in the downward direction.
Which gravity speeds up a moving object?
Gravity will speed up a force if gravity acts in the same direction as the object is already moving - for example, if the object is already moving downward - and if counterforces (such as air resistance) don't interfere too much.
Is it possible that a object can be affected by 2 forces at the same time?
Yes, it is possible.Think back. Did you ever hold a book in your hand ?The force of gravity acts downward on the book, while the force of your hand acts upward on it.That's why the force of gravity doesn't pull the book to the floor.
CENTRIPETAL?
A force that acts on a body moving in a circular path and is directed around the object which the body is moving
Which force acts upon an object to make it slow down and stop while it is moving on the ground in a straight line?
Friction
What direction does the force of gravity apply to the rollercoaster car?
From what I know, Force of Gravity always acts in the vertically downward direction.
Can an object continue to move if there is no force on it in the direction in which its moving?
Yes. If no force acts on an object, it will continue moving indefinitely.
What is a force that acts in an upward direction that opposes the downward force of an object?
The force that opposes a downward force on an object would be called the "normal force". For example, it is as a result of the normal force that people do not fall though the ground the same way that they fall through the air.
What is the net force that acts on a 10- freely falling object?
Ten newtons downward, by definition.
If you suspend a load from a fixed support by means of a rope what downward force acts on the load?
Gravity
What is centriptal force?
Is a force that acts on a body moving in a circular path and is directed toward the center around which the body is moving.
Suppose you suspend a load from a fixed support by means of a rope what downward force acts on the load?
net
