biomechanics definition Flashcards
1
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Force
A
A push or pull that alters, or tends to alter, the state of motion of a body
2
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N1L
A
A body will remain at rest or uniform velocity until acted upon by an external force
3
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Inertia
A
The resistance of a body to change it state of motion
4
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Velocity
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The rate of motion in a particular direction
5
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N2L
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The acceleration of a body is proportional to the magnitude of the force and takes place in the direction in which the force is applied
6
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Acceleration
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The rate of change of velocity
7
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N3L
A
For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction