What does DYNES mean?

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noun

Definitions

unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second system equal to the force required to impart an acceleration of one centimeter per second per second to a mass of one gram

Pronunciations

US: /daɪnz/

UK: /daɪnz/

Origin and Usage

The word "dynes" originated from the Greek word "dynamis," meaning power or force. It is commonly used in physics to measure force in the centimeter-gram-second system. The term was first introduced by Isaac Newton in his second law of motion.

Synonyms

None

Related Words

dykes, dyers, dynel, dynes

Example Sentences

1. The force exerted on the object was measured in dynes.
2. Newtons second law of motion states that force is equal to mass times acceleration, measured in dynes.
3. The force of gravity on Earth is approximately 980 dynes.