Calculating Net Force

Front

What is the net force?

Back

The net force is the sum of all forces acting on an object, taking into account their direction.

Front

If Omar pulls a toy car with a force of 10 N to the right and Katey pulls with a force of 6 N to the left, what is the net force?

Back

The net force is 4 N to the right (10 N - 6 N = 4 N).

Front

What is the sum of all forces acting on an object called?

Back

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

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is the force that one surface exerts on another when the two rub against each other.

Front

How is a force defined?

Back

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

Front

What happens when forces are balanced?

Back

When forces are balanced, the net force is zero, and the object does not accelerate.

Front

What happens when forces are unbalanced?

Back

When forces are unbalanced, the net force is not zero, and the object accelerates in the direction of the greater force.

Front

What is an example of a push force?

Back

Pushing a door open is an example of a push force.

Front

What is an example of a pull force?

Back

Pulling a drawer open is an example of a pull force.

Front

What is the unit of force?

Back

The unit of force is the Newton (N).