Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Flashcard

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What is a balanced force?

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A balanced force occurs when two forces acting on an object are equal in size but opposite in direction, resulting in no change in 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 in the direction of the greater force.

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What happens to an object at rest when balanced forces act on it?

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The object will remain at rest.

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What happens to a moving object when balanced forces act on it?

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The object will continue to move at a constant speed in a straight line.

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What is a force?

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A force is a push or a pull on an object.

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object, acting between surfaces in contact.

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What is gravity?

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

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How do you determine the net force acting on an object?

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The net force is determined by adding all the forces acting on an object, taking into account their direction.

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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 the effect of unbalanced forces on an object?

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Unbalanced forces cause an object to accelerate, change direction, or change speed.