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Is it known for sure that any or all of the fundamental forces produce a push or a pull affect?
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mathman said:Please be specific as to what you mean by "push or pull effect". Electromagnetic can attract or repulse. Gravity and strong force attract. I am not sure how to describe weak force (responsible for beta decay).
Fundamental forces are the forces that govern the interactions between particles and objects at the most basic level. They are responsible for the behavior and movement of matter in the universe.
There are four known fundamental forces: gravity, electromagnetism, strong nuclear force, and weak nuclear force. Each of these forces has unique characteristics and plays a crucial role in the universe.
It is a common misconception that fundamental forces are either push or pull. In reality, they can be both. For example, gravity is a force of attraction (pull) between two objects, while electromagnetism can be a force of attraction or repulsion (push) depending on the charges of the objects involved.
Yes, fundamental forces can act at a distance. This means that objects can affect each other without coming into physical contact. For example, the Earth's gravitational force affects the moon even though they are not touching.
Fundamental forces can interact with each other in complex ways. For instance, electromagnetism and the strong nuclear force work together to hold atoms together, while gravity and the weak nuclear force play a role in the formation of stars and planets. However, there is still much to be discovered and understood about the interactions between these fundamental forces.