Newton's force-acceleration equation: Difference between revisions

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: $$\mathbf{F} = m\mathbf{a}$$
: <math>\mathbf{F} = m\mathbf{a}</math>


The second law states that the rate of change of momentum of a body is directly proportional to the force applied, and this change in momentum takes place in the direction of the applied force.
The second law states that the rate of change of momentum of a body is directly proportional to the force applied, and this change in momentum takes place in the direction of the applied force.