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  • Newton's Second Law of Motion: F=ma Explained
    Newton's Second Law of Motion is expressed by the formula:

    F = m * a

    Where:

    * F is the net force acting on an object (measured in Newtons, N)

    * m is the mass of the object (measured in kilograms, kg)

    * a is the acceleration of the object (measured in meters per second squared, m/s²)

    Explanation:

    This formula tells us that the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass. In other words:

    * A larger force results in a larger acceleration.

    * A larger mass results in a smaller acceleration.

    Solving for Acceleration:

    You can rearrange the formula to solve for acceleration:

    a = F / m

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