Newton

Definition

A newton is the unit of measurement for force in the International System of Units (SI). It represents the amount of force required to accelerate an object with a mass of one kilogram by one meter per second squared.

Related terms

Force:

Force is a push or pull that can cause an object to accelerate or change its motion.

Mass:

Mass is a measure of how much matter an object contains. It determines how much force is needed to accelerate an object.

Acceleration:

Acceleration refers to the rate at which an object changes its velocity over time. It can be caused by applying force to an object.