Force Needed to Push Bodies in Space: 100kg vs 1kg Mass

In summary, the force required to push a body in space (in vacuum) is not affected by the mass of the body, as there is no influence of gravity. However, inertia may cause a smaller object to acquire more velocity than a larger object when pushed with the same force.
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Meruem
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Do we need more force to push a body with 100kg mass than of 1kg mass in space(in vacuum)?
 
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Meruem said:
Do we need more force to push a body with 100kg mass than of 1kg mass in space(in vacuum)?
What do YOU think, and why?
 
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Both body can be moved with similar amount of force regardless of their mass due to no influence of gravity
 
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Meruem said:
Both body can be moved with similar amount of force regardless of their mass due to no influence of gravity
What about inertia?
 
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small object will acquire more velocity while object with mass 100kg will acquire less velocity
 

1. What is the difference in force needed to push a 100kg mass compared to a 1kg mass in space?

The force needed to push a 100kg mass in space is significantly greater than the force needed to push a 1kg mass. This is because mass is directly proportional to the amount of force needed to accelerate an object. In other words, the more massive an object is, the more force is needed to move it.

2. How does the force needed to push a body in space change with mass?

The force needed to push a body in space increases as the mass of the body increases. This is due to Newton's Second Law of Motion, which states that force is equal to mass multiplied by acceleration. Therefore, as the mass increases, so does the force needed to accelerate it.

3. Is there a specific formula for calculating the force needed to push a body in space?

Yes, the formula for calculating the force needed to push a body in space is F=ma, where F is the force in Newtons, m is the mass in kilograms, and a is the acceleration in meters per second squared. This formula applies to all masses, regardless of their size.

4. How does the force needed to push a body in space differ from the force needed on Earth?

The force needed to push a body in space is significantly different from the force needed on Earth. On Earth, the force needed to accelerate an object is affected by gravity, air resistance, and other factors. In space, there is no gravity or air resistance, so the only force needed is the force applied by the object's propulsion system.

5. Can the force needed to push a body in space be reduced?

Yes, the force needed to push a body in space can be reduced by increasing the acceleration. This can be achieved by using a more powerful propulsion system or by reducing the mass of the object being pushed. However, it is important to note that the force needed to accelerate an object to a certain speed cannot be completely eliminated, as it is a fundamental principle of physics.

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