Tangential and normal components

Tangential and normal components are terms used in the context of motion, especially in physics and engineering, to describe the ways in which a force or velocity can be decomposed in relation to a curved path. These components are particularly relevant when analyzing circular motion or any motion along a curved trajectory. ### Tangential Component - **Definition**: The tangential component refers to the part of a vector (like velocity or acceleration) that is parallel to the path of motion.