Balanced & Unbalanced Forces

Balanced & Unbalanced Forces

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Science

3rd - 5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a balanced force?

Back

A balanced force occurs when two forces acting on an object are equal in size but opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an unbalanced force?

Back

An unbalanced force occurs when two forces acting on an object are not equal, causing the object to move in the direction of the stronger force.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What force pulls objects towards the Earth?

Back

The force of gravity pulls objects towards the Earth.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to a ping-pong ball when gravity acts on it?

Back

The ping-pong ball falls downwards due to the force of gravity.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you change the direction of a moving object?

Back

You can change the direction of a moving object by applying a force in a different direction.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of balanced forces in everyday life?

Back

An example of balanced forces is a book resting on a table; the force of gravity pulling it down is balanced by the support force from the table.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of unbalanced forces in sports?

Back

An example of unbalanced forces in sports is when a player pushes a ball; the force they apply is greater than the friction, causing the ball to move.

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