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What is the symbol used to represent the force of tension?
What is the symbol used to represent the force of tension?
The symbol used to represent the force of tension is a capital F sub T or sometimes just capital T.
What does the force of tension refer to?
What does the force of tension refer to?
The force of tension refers to the force transmitted through a rope, cable, string or wire pulled taut by forces acting on both ends.
What objects can cause a tension force?
What objects can cause a tension force?
Objects such as ropes, cables, wires, strings, chains, or even dental floss can cause a tension force.
How would you describe the direction of the tension forces?
How would you describe the direction of the tension forces?
Is the magnitude of the tension forces the same on both ends of the rope?
Is the magnitude of the tension forces the same on both ends of the rope?
What is the tension force of the rope when only one person is pulling?
What is the tension force of the rope when only one person is pulling?
What happens to the tension force when two people are pulling on the rope?
What happens to the tension force when two people are pulling on the rope?
Do the tension forces on each end of the rope have to be the same magnitude?
Do the tension forces on each end of the rope have to be the same magnitude?
What happens to the tension force when both people stop pulling on the rope?
What happens to the tension force when both people stop pulling on the rope?
Is the force of tension a push or a pull?
Is the force of tension a push or a pull?
