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The newton (symbol: N) is the SI unit of Force . It is named after Sir Isaac Newton in recognition of his work on Classical Mechanics .


DEFINITION

A ''newton'' is the amount of force required to Accelerate a Mass of one Kilogram at a rate of one Meter Per Second Squared .
In addition, 1N is the force of gravity on a small apple on Earth.

:1 N = 1 kg·m/s2


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NON-SI UNITS OF FORCE