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Newton's laws of motion and gravity

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Isaac Newton's mathematical formulation of the principles governing motion and gravitational force, which explained natural phenomena through mechanical laws rather than divine intervention.

AP course connection

Topic 4.2: 4.2 The Scientific Revolution

Unit 4

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