Forces (AQA A-Level Mathematics): Flashcards
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Force diagram definition
Force diagram definition
Simplified representation showing object with all forces acting on it as vectors
Forces shown on force diagrams as
Forces shown on force diagrams as
Arrows pointing in direction forces act
Arrow length on force diagram represents
Arrow length on force diagram represents
Magnitude of the force
Arrow direction on force diagram shows
Arrow direction on force diagram shows
Direction in which the force acts
Equilibrium condition
Equilibrium condition
Forces balance; object stationary or moving at constant velocity
Weight force formula and direction
Weight force formula and direction
, acts downward
Normal force acts
Normal force acts
Perpendicular to the surface
Friction force opposes
Friction force opposes
Motion or attempted motion between surfaces in contact
Resolve forces horizontally using
Resolve forces horizontally using
Cosine components of angled forces
Resolve forces vertically using
Resolve forces vertically using
Sine components of angled forces