Two objects being pushed by one force what is the force on the second? object

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In summary, a 4.0 kg block is on a frictionless horizontal table with a 6.0 kg block on the opposite side. A constant horizontal force of 100.0 N is applied to the 4.0 kg block, causing it to push against the 6.0 kg block. To find the magnitude of the horizontal force on the 6.0 kg block, one can draw free body diagrams for each block and use the equation Ʃforces = ma for each block. This will result in two equations with two unknowns, allowing for the calculation of the horizontal force.
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A block of mass 4.0 kg lies on a frictionless horizontal table in contact with a 6.0 kg block. At the opposite side of the 4.0 kg block, a constant horizontal force of 100.0 N is applied as shown in the diagram. What is the magnitude of the horizontal force on the 6.0 kg block?

I do not know where to start with this. I am confused on how this would work. I understand that the 4 kg blocks force will be pushing the 6 kg block. but how do i figure this out
 
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Draw free body diagrams for each block separately.
Call the contact force between the blocks R.

For each block, write Ʃforces = ma.
This should give you two equations and two unknowns.
 

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What is the concept of force in physics?

The concept of force in physics refers to a push or pull exerted on an object that can cause it to change its motion or shape. Force is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction.

How does a force affect the motion of an object?

A force can either change the speed or direction of an object's motion, or both. According to Newton's second law of motion, the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the net force acting on it and inversely proportional to its mass.

What happens when two objects are pushed by the same force?

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