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A '''force field''' is a volume of space in which objects are subjected to physical force depending on their position in the space. For example, massive objects such as planets create a gravity force field around them that pulls other matter and energy toward them. Similarly, magnets apply force to ferrous metal objects or charged objects around them. Such fields diminish in magnitude as distance to the source increases. | A '''force field''' is a volume of space in which objects are subjected to physical force depending on their position in the space. For example, massive objects such as planets create a gravity force field around them that pulls other matter and energy toward them. Similarly, magnets apply force to ferrous metal objects or charged objects around them. Such fields diminish in magnitude as distance to the source increases. | ||
In [[Science Fiction|sci-fi]], the | == In Science Fiction == | ||
; Force fields as shields | |||
: In [[Science Fiction|sci-fi]], [[shields]] are sometimes referred to as "force fields," and the shield often acts like a solid barrier instead a proper volumetric effect. | |||
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[[Category: Science]] | [[Category: Science]] | ||
Revision as of 21:38, 15 February 2008
A force field is a volume of space in which objects are subjected to physical force depending on their position in the space. For example, massive objects such as planets create a gravity force field around them that pulls other matter and energy toward them. Similarly, magnets apply force to ferrous metal objects or charged objects around them. Such fields diminish in magnitude as distance to the source increases.
In Science Fiction
- Force fields as shields
- In sci-fi, shields are sometimes referred to as "force fields," and the shield often acts like a solid barrier instead a proper volumetric effect.
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