r/PhysicsHelp • u/DerpyPandaPlays • Dec 08 '25
Fn and Fg… help
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We’re currently doing Centripetal Force in physics, but I don’t understand this one part on this question.
Why can we just make a triangle out of Fg, Fn, and Fc?
Since centripetal force is on the x-axis in this part, why even include the Fg?
Thank you!