Unit 3 - Forces

Major Topics

• Newton's Laws
• Weight vs. Mass vs. Inertia
• N3L forces vs. Balanced Forces
• Solving problems in 1 and 2 dimensions (inclined planes...)
• Tension and Atwood Machines
• Friction
• Circular Motion and Centripetal Force
• Springs in series and parallel (Hook's Law)
• Velocity dependent forces (air resistance...)

Homework:  Three Large Assignments  11/3, 11/16, 11/25
Labs:  No major labs.  2 mini labs (Flying Pigs, Springs)
Test:  Probably 12/2

Please read about Newton's Third Law at the following link http://www.physicsclassroom.com/class/newtlaws/Lesson-4/Newton-s-Third-Law