In the expression of Newton's second law for a system of constant mass, EF = mā: The vector representing the net force must pass through the center of mass of the system. O The acceleration term represents the acceleration of a particle located at the center of mass. O The internal forces must be considered when calculating the force term. O The force term can be calculated by considering only the external forces.

In the expression of Newton's second law for a system of constant mass, EF = mā: The vector representing the net force must pass through the center of mass of the system. O The acceleration term represents the acceleration of a particle located at the center of mass. O The internal forces must be considered when calculating the force term. O The force term can be calculated by considering only the external forces.

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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Author:Katz, Debora M.

Publisher:Katz, Debora M.

Chapter10: Systems Of Particles And Conservation Of Momentum

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