Force from Potential Energy (1D)

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$$F_x = -\frac{dU}{dx}$$

Conservative force component derived from potential energy gradient in one dimension.

  • $$F_x$$ = force in x-direction
  • $$U$$ = potential energy
  • $$x$$ = position coordinate
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