Subhash Joshi
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Why are the effects of forces of the same magnitude different on different areas?

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The effects of forces of the same magnitude are different on different areas because the pressure exerted by the force depends on the area over which it acts. Pressure is defined as thrust (force) per unit area. A larger area results in lower pressure and less impact, while a smaller area results in higher pressure and more impact.

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  1. The effects of forces of the same magnitude differ due to pressure, which is the force applied per unit area. A larger area distributes the force, reducing pressure and impact, while a smaller area concentrates the force, increasing pressure and impact. This principle explains variations in pressure effects on different surfaces.

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