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In classical mechanics, free fall is any motion of a body where gravity is the only force acting upon it. In the context of general relativity, where gravitation is reduced to a space-time curvature, a body in free fall has no force acting on it.
Freefall, in mechanics, state of a body that moves freely in any manner in the presence of gravity. The planets, for example, are in free fall in the gravitational field of the Sun.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Any object that is being acted upon only by the force of gravity is said to be in a state of free fall. There are two important motion characteristics that are true of free-falling objects: Free-falling objects do not encounter air resistance.
An interesting application of Equation 3.3.2 through Equation 3.5.22 is called free fall, which describes the motion of an object falling in a gravitational field, such as near the surface of Earth or other celestial objects of planetary size.
Feb 16, 2023 · Learn how to apply kinematic equations to calculate distance, time, and velocity for objects in free fall. See examples of free fall problems and how to use graphs to analyze motion.
Learn the key terms and skills for acceleration due to gravity and freefall motion, with examples and exercises. See common mistakes and misconceptions, and join the conversation with other learners.
Learn about the factors that affect the acceleration due to gravity and how to perform experiments to test them. Explore the history of Galileo's discovery of the free fall and his method of scientific observation.
