Are Newton's Laws Applicable to Component Forces and Resultant Acceleration?

In summary, Newton's three laws of motion explain the behavior of objects in motion. The first law states that objects will remain at rest or in motion unless acted upon by an external force. The second law relates the force acting on an object to its mass and acceleration. The third law states that every action has an equal and opposite reaction. These laws are important in the field of science as they have led to advancements in technology and are applicable to many real-world situations. While they are considered universal, they may not apply in extreme conditions.
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I just wanted to know if I was correct, when dealing with a Newton law problem that has components.

Ʃfx=0 and ƩfY = zero

However when we add the forces together then we can use Ʃf=ma

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1. All forces can be resolved into components whatever axis you choose.
2. Component vectors also produce acceleration. Vector addition or subtraction produces the resultant acceleration.

Thus it is applicable, f=ma for components or resultant forces.
 

Related to Are Newton's Laws Applicable to Component Forces and Resultant Acceleration?

1. What are Newton's three laws of motion?

Newton's first law states that an object at rest will remain at rest and an object in motion will remain in motion at a constant velocity unless acted upon by an external force. The second law states that the force acting on an object is equal to its mass multiplied by its acceleration. The third law states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.

2. What is the difference between mass and weight in relation to Newton's laws?

Mass is the amount of matter an object contains, while weight is the force of gravity acting on an object. In Newton's second law, mass is a factor in determining an object's acceleration, while weight is not directly related to the laws of motion.

3. How do Newton's laws apply to real-world situations?

Newton's laws are used to explain and predict the behavior of objects in motion. They are applicable to many real-world situations, such as the motion of vehicles, the flight of airplanes, and the movement of celestial bodies.

4. Why are Newton's laws important in the field of science?

Newton's laws are fundamental principles in the field of physics and have played a crucial role in understanding the behavior of objects in motion. They have also led to developments in technology, such as the invention of the steam engine and the modern automobile.

5. Can Newton's laws be broken or disproven?

No, Newton's laws are considered to be universal and have been extensively tested and proven through observations and experiments. However, they are not applicable in certain extreme conditions, such as at the speed of light or in the subatomic world.

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