Newton's Second Law of Motion states:
Force (F) = Mass (m) x Acceleration (a)
This means:
* Acceleration is directly proportional to the force applied: A larger force will produce a larger acceleration.
* Acceleration is inversely proportional to the mass: A larger mass will experience a smaller acceleration for the same force.
Therefore, if a steady force is applied to an object, it will cause the object to accelerate.
Important Note: It's essential to understand that a steady force does not necessarily mean a constant velocity. Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity, so even with a steady force, an object's velocity will continuously change.
Examples:
* Pushing a box: Applying a constant force to a box will cause it to accelerate.
* Gravity: The force of gravity on Earth is relatively constant, and it causes objects to accelerate downwards.
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