Newton's 2nd Law

Definition

Newton's 2nd Law states that the net force acting on an object is equal to the rate of change of its momentum. In simpler terms, it explains how the motion of an object changes when a force is applied to it.

Related terms

Force:

A push or pull on an object that can cause it to accelerate.

Momentum:

The product of an object's mass and velocity, which determines how difficult it is to stop or change its motion.

Acceleration:

The rate at which an object changes its velocity over time.