Physics

Magnitude of Acceleration Calculator

Find the magnitude of an acceleration from its components.

Calculated Output

Magnitude (m/s²) 5

Formula: |a| = √(aₓ² + a_y² + a_z²)

Step-by-Step Breakdown

1. Values used:

2. aₓ = 3 m/s²

3. a_y = 4 m/s²

4. a_z = 0 m/s²

6. Magnitude = 5m/s²

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The math behind it

The magnitude is the square root of the sum of the squared components, just like a 3D distance.

Components (3, 4, 0) → √(9 + 16) = 5 m/s².

Can I use it in 2D?

Yes — leave the z component at 0.