If a force acting on an area is parallel to the outward normal vector (of the area), then the force is called Naim 04:31 Biomechanics If a force acting on an area is parallel to the outward normal vector (of the area), then the force is called A. Shear force B. Tensile force C. Normal force D. Centripetal force Answer: C Learn More : Share this Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterPlus on Google+