The problem involves calculating the gravitational force exerted on one of four spheres, each with a mass of 7.5 kg, positioned at the corners of a square with a side length of 0.70 m. The original poster attempts to derive the total gravitational force acting on a specific sphere due to the other three spheres.
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If I understand what you're saying here, this is correct. But it's not the final answer.gillyr2 said:Homework Equations
F_tot = F_2 + sqrt(2) * F1
That's just the schematic of the answer. Now you have to figure out F1 & F2 and plug in the numbers. I assume they want an actual answer for the force in Newtons.gillyr2 said:F1 and F3 are the 90 degree forces and F2 is the 45 degree force. what do i still need to do?