Classical Understanding Frames of Reference in Force and Motion for 10+2 Students

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Understanding frames of reference is crucial in the study of force and motion, particularly at the 10+2 level. While it's suggested that knowledge of frames may not be necessary initially, it is beneficial for a deeper comprehension of mechanics. There are two main types of reference frames: inertial (non-accelerating) and non-inertial (accelerating or rotating). In inertial frames, velocity terms are considered in interactions, which is relatively straightforward. However, non-inertial frames introduce fictitious forces, complicating the analysis. For those looking to explore this topic further, college-level textbooks often cover these concepts, especially regarding fictitious forces. Relativity, while related, can be set aside for now as it involves different considerations for reference frames.
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I was starting out some problems on force and motion at 10+2 level. I was told you don’t need to know about frame of reference. But I want to. So which books are there to understand frames? Is it a part of relativity? If yes then which books?
Thank you guys.
 
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1) accounting for different reference frames is different between classical mechanics and relativity. So ignore relativity for now.
2) There are two sorts of reference frames: accelerating/rotating (non-inertial) and non-accelerating (inertial)
3) Non-accelerating frames involve accounting for a velocity term in the various interections. Nothing too hard.
4) Acclerating/rotating frames add the complication of fictitious forces. Does your book mention them? If not, it is described in most college freshman texts.
 
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