Spring force
Definition
The spring force is the force exerted by a stretched or compressed spring. It is directly proportional to the displacement of the spring from its equilibrium position.
Related terms
Hooke's Law: Hooke's Law states that the force exerted by a spring is directly proportional to its displacement from equilibrium.
Elastic Potential Energy: Elastic potential energy is the energy stored in a stretched or compressed object, such as a spring.
Equilibrium Position: The equilibrium position of a spring is where there is no net force acting on it and it remains at rest.
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Additional resources (1)
AP Physics 1 - Unit 2 Overview: Dynamics
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