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In classical mechanics
Normal force: The component of contact force between two bodies, that acts in the direction perpendicular to the plane of contact. It manifests a tendency of the bodies to avoid moving into each other, and acts outwards on both bodies.
Primary subject wiki entry: Mech:Normal force
Also located at: Wikipedia:Normal force, Citizendium:Normal force