Balanced & Unbalanced Forces Review

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What is a balanced force?

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

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What is an unbalanced force?

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Unbalanced forces are not equal and can cause an object to start moving, stop moving, or change direction.

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What happens when one team applies a greater force in Tug-of-War?

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The center of the rope will move towards the team applying the greater force.

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What is the net force when forces are balanced?

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The net force is zero when forces are balanced.

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What is the unit of force?

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The unit for force is called a Newton.

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Give an example of balanced forces in everyday life.

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A dish sitting in a cabinet is an example of balanced forces.

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What is the effect of unbalanced forces on an object?

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

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What does it mean for an object to have constant velocity?

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Constant velocity means the object is moving at the same speed and in the same direction.

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How can friction affect the forces in Tug-of-War?

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Friction between the ground and the players can help them maintain their position against the opposing force.

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What is the relationship between force and motion?

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A force applied to an object can change its motion, including speed and direction.