Newton's Laws: Crash Course Physics #5

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28 Apr 201611:04
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TLDRThis video explains Isaac Newton's three laws of motion and how they relate to forces acting on objects. It covers inertia, net force equals mass times acceleration, equilibrium, normal and tension forces. Examples are given to explain the concepts, like a ball being thrown, a box sitting on the ground, and riding in an elevator. Free body diagrams are introduced as a way to analyze the forces acting on an object. The goal is to give viewers an introduction to basic physics concepts that govern how objects move when forces act upon them.

Takeaways
  • πŸ˜€ Newton's first law is about inertia - an object's tendency to keep doing what it's doing unless a force acts on it.
  • 😎 To change an object's motion you need a net force, which causes acceleration.
  • πŸš€ Newton's second law says that net force equals mass times acceleration.
  • 🌟 When forces are balanced, there is equilibrium - velocity doesn't change.
  • πŸ“ˆ The most common net force is gravity, which pulls objects down.
  • πŸ”§ Newton's third law says that for every action force there is an equal but opposite reaction force.
  • πŸ›  The normal force pushes perpendicular to a surface. The tension force pulls parallel to a rope.
  • πŸ“Š Draw free body diagrams showing all forces on an object.
  • βš–οΈ For a stationary system, forces balance out to zero net force.
  • πŸš‚ Applied forces can move objects when other forces provide a counterbalance.
Q & A
  • What is the principle of inertia according to Newton's first law of motion?

    -The principle of inertia, according to Newton's first law of motion, states that an object in motion will remain in motion and an object at rest will remain at rest unless acted upon by a force.

  • How is net force defined in relation to Newton's second law of motion?

    -In relation to Newton's second law of motion, net force is defined as the sum of all forces acting on an object after cancelling out opposing forces. It is equal to mass times acceleration (F(net) = ma).

  • What role does mass play in determining an object's inertia?

    -Mass plays a crucial role in determining an object's inertia. The greater the mass of an object, the more inertia it has, meaning it is harder to start or stop its motion.

  • How does Newton's third law explain the interaction between forces?

    -Newton's third law explains that for every action, there is an equal but opposite reaction. This means that if you exert a force on an object, it exerts an equal force back on you.

  • Why can a reindeer pull a sleigh forward despite the sleigh pulling back with equal force?

    -A reindeer can pull a sleigh forward because it pushes backward on the ground with its foot, and the ground pushes it forward with an equal force. This ground force is stronger than the force from the sleigh pulling back, allowing the reindeer and sleigh to accelerate forward.

  • What does the term 'normal force' refer to, and how does it behave?

    -The normal force refers to the force that is always perpendicular to the surface an object is resting on. It is special because its magnitude changes to match the force acting against it, ensuring equilibrium.

  • How is the force of gravity calculated, and what units are used?

    -The force of gravity is calculated using the equation F(g) = mg, where 'm' is the mass of the object and 'g' is the acceleration due to gravity (9.81 m/s^2). The units used for this force are Newtons.

  • What is the significance of drawing a free body diagram in physics problems?

    -Drawing a free body diagram is significant because it helps visualize all the forces acting on an object, simplifying the analysis of its motion or equilibrium by showing the direction and magnitude of these forces.

  • How does the concept of equilibrium relate to Newton's laws of motion?

    -The concept of equilibrium relates to Newton's laws of motion as a state where all the forces acting on an object are balanced, resulting in no net force and no acceleration, consistent with Newton's first law.

  • How is acceleration calculated in the context of a lifting system using counterweights, according to Newton's laws?

    -Acceleration in a lifting system using counterweights is calculated by setting up equations based on Newton's second law for both the lift and counterweight, then solving for acceleration using algebra to find the net force divided by the total mass.

Outlines
00:00
πŸ“ Newton's Laws of Motion Explained

Introduces Isaac Newton's three laws of motion from his Principia published in 1687. Explains inertia, net force equals mass times acceleration (F=ma), equilibrium, normal force, tension force, free body diagrams, and applies the laws to analyze motion of objects like a box on the ground or an elevator.

05:01
😲 How the Third Law Allows Motion

Explains Newton's third law - for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. Gives the example of a reindeer pulling a sleigh to show that the ground allows the reindeer to push off and overcome the opposite force from the sleigh. Concludes physics allows Christmas!

10:05
πŸš‚ Calculating Elevator Acceleration

Works through an example problem to calculate the downward acceleration of an elevator using free body diagrams, Newton's laws, and a system of equations. Determines it accelerates at 0.795 m/s^2 so should have a safe landing.

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Keywords
πŸ’‘Newton's Laws of Motion
Isaac Newton's three laws that form the foundation for classical mechanics. They describe the relationship between forces and the motion of objects. The first law is about inertia, the second law relates force, mass and acceleration, and the third law is about opposite and equal reactions.
πŸ’‘Inertia
An object's resistance to changes in its motion. The more mass an object has, the more inertia it has. Newton's first law states that an object will remain at rest or continue moving at a constant speed unless acted on by a force.
πŸ’‘Net Force
The total force acting on an object after all the individual forces are added together. According to Newton's second law, net force equals mass multiplied by acceleration. When net force is zero, there is no acceleration.
πŸ’‘Equilibrium
When the net force on an object is zero and there is no acceleration. An object can be in equilibrium even while moving at constant velocity.
πŸ’‘Normal Force
The force exerted by a surface on an object in contact with it. It acts perpendicular to the surface. The normal force balances the object's weight to prevent it from falling through the surface.
πŸ’‘Tension Force
The pulling force transmitted axially along a string, rope, cable or wire when it is stretched tight by forces acting from opposite ends. The tension force balances the weight of a suspended object.
πŸ’‘Free Body Diagram
A diagram showing all the external forces acting on an object isolated from its environment. Arrows represent the direction and magnitude of the forces, which can then be added to find the net force.
πŸ’‘Acceleration
The rate of change in velocity over time. According to Newton's second law, acceleration is directly proportional to net force and inversely proportional to mass.
πŸ’‘Gravity
The attractive force between objects that depends on their masses. Gravity causes objects to accelerate downward near the Earth's surface at 9.81 m/s^2.
πŸ’‘Weight
The gravitational force acting on an object. Weight is equal to the object's mass multiplied by the acceleration due to gravity. Measured in Newtons.
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