Topic 5a - force basics (3. resultant force) Flashcards
1
Q
what is the resultant force?
A
the overall force acting on an object
2
Q
what are free body diagrams
A
the object is represented as a dot and the forces are represented as arrows that are coming off the object in different directions to show the forces. easier to visulise resultant force
3
Q
how to find resultant force on a scale diagram
A
find the hypotenuse of the triangle
4
Q
what is meant when an object is in equilibrium
A
forces are balanced
