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Force- is a vector quantity that that can cause change in the state of motion of an object
Law of inertia- states that an object maintains its state of rest or motion with constant speed
along straight line unless acted upon by a net force.
Net force- is the sum of all forces acting on an object.
Mass- is the amount of matter that makes up an object. Mass is also the measure of inertia.
Inertia- is the resistance of any physical object to a change in its state of motion or rest,
Or the tendency of an object to resist any change in its motion. Inertia comes from a
Latin word, “iners”meaning idle or lazy.
The concept of first law of motion or inertia clearly explained why a car driver always needs to
fasten seatbelt all the time while driving.
Friction-is a force between two surfaces that are sliding or trying to slide, across each other.