Net Forces

Front

What is net force?

Back

The sum of all the forces acting on an object.

Front

What happens when forces act in the same direction?

Back

They should be added together.

Front

What is a balanced force?

Back

Forces that have a net force of zero newtons.

Front

What is an unbalanced force?

Back

Forces that result in a net force greater than zero, causing an object to accelerate.

Front

If two forces of 10 N and 15 N act in the same direction, what is the net force?

Back

25 N in the same direction.

Front

If a 5 N force acts to the right and a 3 N force acts to the left, what is the net force?

Back

2 N to the right.

Front

What is the unit of force?

Back

Newton (N).

Front

What does it mean if an object is in equilibrium?

Back

The net force acting on it is zero.

Front

How do you calculate net force when forces are acting in opposite directions?

Back

Subtract the smaller force from the larger force.

Front

What is the direction of the net force if a 10 N force acts to the left and a 5 N force acts to the right?

Back

5 N to the left.