Physics 502: Resolution of Forces and Inclined Planes

Force vectors are resolved into horizontal and vertical components.

Physics 502: Resolution of Forces and Inclined Planes Chemistry & Physics

Premiered February 05, 2002
Physics 502: Resolution of Forces and Inclined Planes

Resolution of Forces: Force vectors are resolved into horizontal and vertical components. Students learn to resolve weight vectors acting on an incline into parallel and perpendicular components and to use trig to solve force problems involving inclined planes.

About the Program

Chemistry & Physics

Chemistry & Physics consists of two series teaching high school college preparatory chemistry and physics. Chemistry: A Study of Matter and Physics Fundamentals provides instructional content delivered through thirty-minute episodes and integrated classroom materials. Episodes provide content while and engage students in discussions, problem-solving, and laboratory activities.

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