What Is Force?: Definition

 What is Force?
 Definition
Force is defined as any influence that can cause a change in an object's motion. It is
represented by F
 In (SI) units
In (SI) units it can be represented by the symbol N. One newton of force is equal
to1kgm/s2.Force is used to be measured in Newton. It has a size and specific direction. We
can also represent force with symbols like dyne, kilogram force(kilopond), pound-force.
F= ma
Force is a vector quantity. Force is directly proportional to mass and acceleration.
Force=mass x acceleration= mass x (velocity/time) = (mass x velocity)/time
mass x velocity=momentum
Force=momentum/time
So, in Calculus terms, force is directly proportional to momentum and inversely proportional
to time.
 Examples
When we place a television on a table, the television exerts a force on the table and in
reaction, the table exerts force on the television thus they cancel each other’s effect, thus
the normal force makes the television rest on the table regardless of its weight.
We walk on ground without sliding, it is all because of the frictional force, our feet rub with
the earth’s surface and due to this friction we walk on earth without sliding. Similarly, in
order to stop a moving object, friction is required. For example, when brakes are applied on
a moving bike, the brakes make contact with the wheels and this friction stops the bike.
 How many types of force are
there in Universe?
 TYPES OF FORCE
There are two types of forces in the universe, which furthermore have many types as mentioned
below;
1.Contact forces
2.Noncontact forces
1 Contact forces
As the name suggests, contact forces take place when two or more objects make contact
with each other. For example, hitting a ball with bat. In this example, one object (bat)
touches the other object (ball).
Contact forces are divided into six different types.
1.1 Tensional
It can be defined as the force which can be communicate through a rope, or a string which
can pulled by two opposite side forces.
Formula
T=mg + ma
1.2 Spring force

It can be defined as the force that exerts when two ends of a spring are compressed.
1.3 Normal Force
It can be defined as a reaction of force applied on a body. For example, a ball bouncing on
a blacktop.
1.4 Friction
It can be defined as the force that exerts when an object moving across another. For
example, a ball rolling over a blacktop.
1.5 Air Friction
It can be defined as the friction that can occur when an object, such as a ball, moves
through the air.
1.6 Weight
It can be defined as the force exerted on a body by the gravitational force.
2 Non-contact Forces
The forces exerted between two or more objects which do not touch each other.
2.1 Gravitational Force
The gravitational force is the force that stimulate any two objects with mass.
2.2 Electrical Force
Electrical force is an attractive and repulsive force between two objects
2.3 Magnetic Force
Magnetic force is the attraction or repulsion between two electrically charged particles
because of their motion
 Explain forces used in our
daily life.
We can observe many forces in our daily life and we also use these forces to do work.
Here are the common examples of forces used in our daily life.
1.Normal Force
The reaction of force exerted on a body is called normal force. It is used very often in
everyday life. For example, when we place a television on a table, the television exerts a
force on the table and in reaction, the table exerts force on the television thus they cancel
each other’s effect, thus the normal force makes the television rest on the table regardless
of its weight. But when the object’s weight is far greater than the normal force of the
surface, the surfaces collapse or bend.
2.Gravity
The force exerted on a body by the earth’s gravitational pull towards the center of earth is
called gravity. For example, when we an object in the air, it does not remain in the air
forever, rather it will just come back to the surface. It is due to the gravity which attracts the
object towards the center of earth.
3.Applied Force
Applied force is the force exerted on an object by another object or person. It is very
commonly used by human in everyday life. For example, if you want to switch your fan off,
then you have to apply a force on the fan button and the fan will be switched off. Similarly,
in order to make a stationary object moving, an applied force is required. For example, a
stationary cart will be able to move if someone pulls (applies force on) the cart, and most
commonly in order to open or close a door, an applied force is required.
4.Frictional Force
When two surfaces make contact or slide with each other in opposite direction, frictional
force is generated. For example, we walk on ground without sliding, it is all because of the
frictional force, our feet rub with the earth’s surface and due to this friction we walk on earth
without sliding. Similarly, in order to stop a moving object, friction is required. For example,
when brakes are applied on a moving bike, the brakes make contact with the wheels and
this friction stops the bike.
5.Spring Force
The force created by compressing two ends of a spring is called spring force.
The magnitude of the spring force depends on the compression which is exerted on the
spring.

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1.2 Spring force

1.5 Air Friction

2.1 Gravitational Force

2.2 Electrical Force

Electrical force is an attractive and repulsive force between two objects

2.3 Magnetic Force

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