3.2.4

Force Diagrams & Resultant Forces

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Force Diagrams

A force diagram is a diagram showing the forces acting on an object. These are shown as vectors.

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Skydiver

  • The forces acting on a skydiver are air resistance (acting upwards) and the skydiver’s weight (acting downwards).
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Driving car

  • The forces acting on a driving car are the driving force, the normal contact force, the weight and friction.

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