classical mechanics

Also known as CM, Newtonian mechanics

sub-field of mechanics, which is concerned with the set of physical laws describing the motion of bodies under the action of a system of forces

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Classical mechanics is the branch of physics that describes how objects move when forces act on them, using a set of physical laws that have been proven reliable for centuries. It matters because it explains the motion of everything from falling objects and spinning wheels to planets orbiting the sun, making it foundational to understanding the physical world around us.

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Diagram of orbital motion of a satellite around the Earth, showing perpendicular velocity and acceleration (force) vectors, represented through a classical interpretation

In physics, classical mechanics is a theory that describes the effect of forces on the motion of macroscopic objects and bulk matter, without considering quantum effects, and often without incorporating relativistic effects either.