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Is it possible to derive ∑ from some other principle? Is ∑ an experimental conclusion?

Is it possible to derive ∑ from some other principle? Is ∑  an experimental   conclusion?

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Kevin Nash
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8 years ago
Yes, it is possible to derive ∑ F = ma from some other principle.
Yes, ∑ F = ma is an experimental conclusion.
The net force exerted on an object is equal to the product of the object’s mass times its acceleration (∑ F = ma). The acceleration is in the same direction as the net force. Newton’s second law of motion provides quantitative definition of force. Newton’s third law is contained in first law whereas first law can be derived from second law. It is the real law of motion. It is possible to derive ∑ F = ma from some other principle like quantum physics. The relationship ∑ F = ma was deduced by Newton from his observations of motion and is referred to as Newton’s second law of motion. Therefore it is an experimental conclusion.

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