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A constant horizontal force is a force that is applied to an object in a horizontal direction and remains constant in magnitude and direction. It does not change in strength or angle, and it continues to act on the object until it is stopped or another force is applied.
A constant horizontal force will cause an object to accelerate in the direction of the force. The larger the force, the greater the acceleration will be. If the force is applied in the same direction as the object's motion, it will speed up. If the force is applied in the opposite direction, it will slow down or come to a stop.
Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact. When a constant horizontal force is applied to an object, friction can act in the opposite direction, causing the object to slow down or come to a stop. The amount of friction depends on the roughness of the surfaces and the force pushing them together.
To calculate the net force on an object, you need to consider the forces acting on the object. In the case of a constant horizontal force and friction, the net force would be the difference between the applied force and the force of friction. If the applied force is greater than the force of friction, the object will accelerate in the direction of the applied force. If the applied force is equal to the force of friction, the object will move at a constant speed. If the applied force is less than the force of friction, the object will decelerate.
Friction can be reduced by using smoother surfaces or by adding a lubricant between the surfaces. In some cases, the force of friction can be completely eliminated by using wheels or rollers to reduce the contact between the two surfaces. This allows the object to maintain a constant horizontal force without being impeded by friction.