10.1 Force diagrams Flashcards
1
Q
What does a force diagram show?
A
» Showing all the forces which act on an object
2
Q
What is newtons first law of motion?
A
» States that an object at rest will stay at rest and that an object moving with constant velocity will continue to move with constant velocity unless an unbalanced force acts on the object
3
Q
What is R in terms of a force diagram?
A
» The normal reaction
4
Q
What is P?
A
» The force pulling the block
5
Q
What is R(Arrow)?
A
» To indicate the direction in which you are resolving forces
6
Q
What is a resultant force?
A
» Will cause the object to accelerate in the same direction as the resultant force
7
Q
What does R(Arrow up) show?
A
» Shows the resultant force acting in the up direction
