1. Gravity: This is the force that pulls the object downwards towards the center of the Earth. It's a constant force, always present, and its strength depends on the object's mass.
2. Air Resistance (Drag): This force opposes the motion of the object through the air. It depends on factors like the object's shape, size, speed, and the density of the air. As the object falls faster, air resistance increases.
It's important to note that these are the two main forces, but other minor forces might also be at play, such as:
* Buoyancy: This force pushes the object upwards due to the air it displaces. It's generally very small compared to gravity and air resistance.
* Wind: If there's wind, it will exert a force on the object in the direction of the wind.
In most cases, gravity and air resistance are the dominant forces affecting a falling object in Earth's atmosphere.
