Physics: Forces Vocabulary Crossword

Component force force which, acting conjointly with one or more forces, produces the effect of a single force or
Equilibrium state in which opposing forces or influences are
Free body diagram a graphical illustration used to visualize the applied
Gravitational force natural phenomenon by which all things with mass or energy—including planets, stars,
Horizontal force A force that acts in a direction parallel with the
Inclined plane a sloping ramp up which heavy loads can be raised by ropes or
Non-equilibrium a state of imbalance between opposing forces or
Normal force component of the contact force that is perpendicular to the surface that an object
Sliding kinetic friction force an external force is applied to a sliding object in the direction of motion, the object will accelerate, move at a constant
Spring force force exerted by a compressed or stretched spring upon any object that is attached to
Static friction force exists between a stationary object and the surface on which it's