Math Playground
Physics

Force types

Gravity, normal, friction, tension, applied — pick the force, see the effect.

Different forces, all measured in newtons (N).

Common forces

  • Gravity — mg, pulling everything toward Earth.
  • Normal — surface pushing back.
  • Friction — resists relative motion.
  • Tension — pulling along a rope or cable.
  • Applied — anything you push or pull with.