What Forces Have You Experienced That Follow the Inverse Square Law?

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Forces that follow the inverse square law include gravity and electric force, as described by Coulomb's Law. While gravity is a common example, many may not consciously recognize their experience of it. Static electricity provides a more relatable example, as individuals can directly feel the electric force when shocked. The mathematical representation of this relationship highlights how the force diminishes with the square of the distance between two charges. Understanding these forces enhances comprehension of fundamental physical interactions.
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This question came up in my textbook : Describe an example of a force you have experienced that follows the inverse square law. I couldn't think of any that I have "experienced", since I don't think that I have "experienced" the force of gravity that shows it is a inverse relationship.
 
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The electric force in Coulomb's Law also adheres to the inverse square law and is one that you've experienced if you've ever been shocked (i.e. static electricity).

\vec{F}_{21}=k\frac{Q_{1}Q_{2}}{r^2} \hat{r}_{21}
 

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