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

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In a vacuum, both a 100kg and a 1kg mass can be moved with the same amount of force, as gravity does not influence their motion. However, the inertia of the 100kg mass means it will require more force to change its velocity compared to the 1kg mass. Consequently, while the same force can initiate movement, the larger mass will accelerate more slowly due to its greater inertia. This distinction highlights the relationship between mass, force, and acceleration in a vacuum. Understanding these principles is crucial for applications in physics and engineering.
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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?
 
Both body can be moved with similar amount of force regardless of their mass due to no influence of gravity
 
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?
 
small object will acquire more velocity while object with mass 100kg will acquire less velocity
 
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