Forces & Motion and Newton's Laws

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What are forces measured in?

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Forces are measured in Newtons.

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What is the result of a push or pull on an object?

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The result of a push or pull on an object is called Motion.

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What do we call two equal forces acting in opposite directions on an object?

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This is called a Balanced Force.

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Can only one force act on an object at a time?

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False. Multiple forces can act on an object simultaneously.

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Does a force need to be physically touching an object to act on it?

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False. Forces can act at a distance, such as gravity.

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What is inertia?

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Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.

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What is an unbalanced force?

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An unbalanced force occurs when two forces acting on an object are not equal, causing the object to move.

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What is the relationship between force and motion?

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A force causes an object to start moving, stop moving, or change direction.

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object when it is in contact with another surface.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the Earth pulling us down.