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'''Force''' is a fundamental concept in [[physics]], which describes the interaction between two objects. In the simplest terms, a force can be thought of as a push or a pull. The concept of force is central to the understanding of how objects move and interact with each other in the physical world.

==Definition==
In physics, force is defined as any interaction that, when unopposed, will change the motion of an object. A force can cause an object with mass to change its velocity, which includes to begin moving from a state of rest, i.e., to accelerate.

==Types of Forces==
There are four fundamental forces in nature:
* [[Gravitational force]]: This is the force of attraction between all masses in the universe.
* [[Electromagnetic force]]: This force acts between charged particles.
* [[Strong nuclear force]]: This force binds protons and neutrons together in the nucleus of an atom.
* [[Weak nuclear force]]: This force is responsible for radioactive decay and neutrino interactions.

==Units of Force==
The [[SI unit]] of force is the newton (N), named after [[Isaac Newton]] in recognition of his work on classical mechanics. One newton is defined as the force needed to accelerate one kilogram of mass at the rate of one meter per second squared.

==Force in Medicine==
In [[medicine]], force is often a critical factor in understanding injury mechanisms, such as in [[trauma]] or [[sports medicine]]. For example, the force of impact in a car accident can determine the severity of injuries. Similarly, the force exerted on joints and muscles during physical activity can influence the risk of injury.

==See Also==
* [[Physics]]
* [[Mechanics]]
* [[Newton's laws of motion]]

[[Category:Physics]]
[[Category:Medicine]]
[[Category:Fundamental concepts]]

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File:Force_examples.svg|Force
File:Aristoteles_Louvre2.jpg|Aristotle
File:GodfreyKneller-IsaacNewton-1689.jpg|Isaac Newton
File:Addition_av_vektorer_003.jpg|Vector Addition
File:Freebodydiagram3_pn.svg|Free Body Diagram
File:Galileo.arp.300pix.jpg|Galileo Galilei
File:Falling_ball.jpg|Falling Ball
File:Incline.svg|Inclined Plane
File:Mass-spring-system.png|Mass-Spring System
File:Stokes_sphere.svg|Stokes' Sphere
File:Torque_animation.gif|Torque Animation
File:Beta_Negative_Decay.svg|Beta Negative Decay
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