"The acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass."
This means:
* Force (F) is directly proportional to acceleration (a): A larger force results in a larger acceleration.
* Force (F) is inversely proportional to mass (m): A larger mass results in smaller acceleration for the same force.
Mathematically, this is expressed as:
F = m * a
Where:
* F is the net force applied to the object (measured in Newtons)
* m is the mass of the object (measured in kilograms)
* a is the acceleration of the object (measured in meters per second squared)
Important Note: While force influences motion, it does not directly change mass. Mass is an inherent property of an object and remains constant unless the object undergoes a change in its composition or a nuclear reaction.
