Net Force

Front

What is net force?

Back

Net force is the overall force acting on an object when all the individual forces are combined.

Front

What unit is used to measure force?

Back

Newton (N) is the unit used to measure force.

Front

If two forces are acting in the same direction, how do you find the net force?

Back

You add the two forces together.

Front

What happens to an object when unbalanced forces act on it?

Back

The object will move in the direction of the larger force.

Front

What is the effect of balanced forces on an object?

Back

Balanced forces do not change the motion of an object; it remains at rest or continues to move at a constant speed.

Front

If a force of 10 N is acting to the right and a force of 5 N is acting to the left, what is the net force?

Back

The net force is 5 N to the right.

Front

What direction will an object move if the net force is zero?

Back

If the net force is zero, the object will not move or will continue moving at a constant speed.

Front

What is the formula for calculating net force?

Back

Net Force = Total Forces Acting in One Direction - Total Forces Acting in the Opposite Direction.

Front

What does it mean if an object is in motion?

Back

An object is in motion if it is changing its position relative to a reference point.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object.