What is the tension in the rope? First we draw a force diagram of all the forces acting on the box. Now we use Newton's second law. The tension is directed both vertically and horizontally, so it's a little …

It's important to note here that tension is a pulling force since ropes simply can't push effectively. Trying to push with a rope causes the rope to go slack and lose the tension that allowed it to pull in the first …

Learn how tension, the force within or applied by a string or wire, counteracts gravity to keep objects stationary. Explore how tension varies in different scenarios, like in a system with multiple strings at …

Ropes pull on things! Learn how to handle that kind of force.

Learn how to calculate tension in wires using trigonometry, vector components, and algebra. Understand how tension varies in different wires based on their angle and force of gravity.

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Ropes pull on things! Learn how to handle that kind of force.

At the surface of water, molecules are more densely packed because they are not being pulled from above, resulting in stronger intermolecular forces. This creates surface tension, which allows for …

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Unravel the enigma of surface tension and adhesion in liquids, particularly water. Discover how cohesion between water molecules forms surface tension, enabling denser objects, like a needle, to sit on its …