Forces 1 2022 6th

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What are balanced forces?

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Balanced forces are forces that are equal in size but opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

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What are unbalanced forces?

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Unbalanced forces are forces that are not equal in size or direction, causing a change in motion.

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What is a push force?

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A push force is a force that moves an object away from the source of the force.

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What is a pull force?

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A pull force is a force that draws an object closer to the source of the force.

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What happens when two forces are balanced?

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When two forces are balanced, the object remains at rest or continues to move at a constant speed.

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What happens when two forces are unbalanced?

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When two forces are unbalanced, the object accelerates in the direction of the net force.

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What is a contact force?

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A contact force is a force that occurs when two objects are physically touching each other.

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What is a non-contact force?

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A non-contact force is a force that acts at a distance, without physical contact, such as gravity.

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What is an example of a contact pull?

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An example of a contact pull is when two people pull on opposite ends of a rope.

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What is an example of a contact push?

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An example of a contact push is when a person pushes a shopping cart.