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To clarify, g-force is not directly created by speed or velocity alone. It is actually a measure of acceleration, specifically the acceleration experienced due to gravity. The term "g-force" is used to describe the force exerted on an object relative to the force of gravity.

When an object is in a state of constant speed, it means its velocity is not changing. In this case, there is no change in acceleration, and therefore no additional g-force beyond the force of gravity itself.

However, it's important to note that changes in velocity (speed or direction) can result in the experience of g-forces. For example, when an object accelerates or decelerates (changes its speed), it experiences g-forces in the direction of the acceleration. Similarly, when an object changes its direction of motion, it experiences g-forces due to the centripetal acceleration, which is directed towards the center of the circular path.

In summary, g-forces are related to acceleration, not speed or velocity alone. Constant speed alone does not generate g-forces, but changes in speed or direction can result in the experience of g-forces.

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