Force and Newton's Laws of Motion
Discover the development of the force concept, explore Newton’s first, second, and third laws of motion, and learn about problem-solving strategies and further applications in this tutorial on dynamics and the four basic forces.
Topics explored include the development of the force concept, Newton's first, second and third laws of motion, normal, tension and other examples of forces.
Introduction to Dynamics
Development of Force Concept
Summary and Main Ideas
Newton's First Law of Motion
Mass
Summary and Main Ideas
Newton's Second Law of Motion
Units of Force
Weight and the Gravitational Force
Examples on Newton's Second Law of Motion
Summary and Main Ideas
Newton's Third Law of Motion: Symmetry in Forces
Examples Illustrating Newton's Third Law of Motion
Summary and Main Ideas
Normal Force
Example Illustrating the Normal Force
Tension
Extended Topic: Real Forces and Inertial Frames
Summary and Main Ideas
Problem-Solving Strategy For Newton's Laws of Motion
Further Applications of Newton's Laws of Motion
Integrating Concepts: Newton's Laws of Motion and Kinematics
Introducing the Four Basic Forces
Action At a Distance: Concept of a Field
Summary and Main Ideas