Net Forces

Front

What is the definition of net force?

Back

The net force is the vector sum of all the individual forces acting on an object.

Front

How do you determine the direction of motion based on net forces?

Back

The direction of motion is in the direction of the net force acting on the object.

Front

What is the formula to calculate net force when multiple forces are acting in the same direction?

Back

Net Force = Sum of all forces in the same direction.

Front

What is the formula to calculate net force when forces are acting in opposite directions?

Back

Net Force = Force in one direction - Force in the opposite direction.

Front

What does it mean for forces to be balanced?

Back

Forces are balanced when the net force acting on an object is zero, resulting in no change in motion.

Front

What does it mean for forces to be unbalanced?

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Forces are unbalanced when the net force acting on an object is not zero, causing a change in motion.

Front

If an object has a net force of 11 N to the left, what can we infer about its motion?

Back

The object will accelerate to the left.

Front

What is the significance of direction in force vectors?

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The direction of force vectors determines how they combine to affect an object's motion.

Front

How can you represent forces graphically?

Back

Forces can be represented as arrows, where the length indicates magnitude and the arrowhead indicates direction.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and force in Newton's second law?

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According to Newton's second law, Force = Mass x Acceleration (F = ma).