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The "size" of a vector quantity - such as a force - is often called a MAGNITUDE.

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What two things affect the size of the electric force?

I am not sure but i thinks they are:Positive chargeNegative charge


What is the SI unit for strength?

If you mean force, the SI unit is the newton. If you mean the strength of a material - its ability to withstand force - there are different types of strength: look up Compressive strength, Tensile strength, Shear strength. For example, the units for tensile strength are newtons / square meter.


The strength of a force is measured in this SI unit?

That's going to depend on what you mean by "strength". There is strength of faith, strength of opinion, strength of character, strength of an odor, strength of a received signal, and physical strength, just to mention a few that I can think of right now. To pick an easy one: If you mean the strength to lift a weight, then that could be measured in units of force. In order to bench-press 200 pounds, you need to be able to exert 200 pounds of upward force while lying on your back.


What is magnitude of force?

The 'magnitude' of a force is its 'size' or 'strength', regardless of the direction in which it acts. For example, the force of a 5-pound weight in your hand, pushing down, has the same magnitude as a 5-pound pull on a rope, a 5-pound push on a wall, or a 5-pound force pushing up against the ceiling. Technically, these forces are unequal, because they all have different directions. But their magnitudes are all the same.


What is the mathematical formula in getting the acceleration mass and force?

Force = Mass x Acceleration Note that the "Force" here refers to the resultant force if there is more than one force acting on the object.

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What is the difference between strength and hardness?

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What is a magnitude of force?

The magnitude of a force is its 'size' or 'strength', regardless of its direction.


What is force strength?

Force strength refers to the magnitude of a force, which is typically measured in units such as newtons. It indicates how strong or powerful a force is in causing an object to accelerate or deform. The greater the force strength, the more impact it will have on the motion or shape of an object.


What is a reductant force?

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How does the size of the change in motion relate to the strength of the unbalanced force and the mass of the object?

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What is Force Production?

Force production refers to the ability of muscles to generate force during physical activity. This force is critical for movement, such as lifting objects or running. It is influenced by factors such as muscle strength, muscle size, and neural activation.


What is the size of a force called?

It is the magnitude of the force applied in Newtons or pounds


How does the strength of a magnet's force change as it increases in size or proximity to an object?

The strength of a magnet's force increases as the magnet gets larger or closer to an object.


What is difference between might power and strength?

Might generally refers to physical force or strength, while power can encompass a wider range of abilities or influence. Strength specifically refers to the ability to exert force or physical power. In essence, might is a form of power, and strength is one aspect of might.


What is a forces magnitude?

The magnitude of a force is its 'size' or 'strength', regardless of its direction.


What is meant by the magnitude of force?

The magnitude of force refers to the strength or intensity of a force, without considering its direction. It is measured in units of Newtons (N) and indicates how much an object is being pushed or pulled.


What does strength refer to?

Strength refers to a muscle's ability to generate force against physical objects. In the fitness world, this typically refers to how much weight you can lift for different strength training exercises. The type of resistance can include dumbbells, barbells, resistance bands, machines, cables or your own body. When lifting heavy weight, you increase strength, muscle size and connective tissues such as ligaments and tendons