Balancing Forces - Benchmark Amplify

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What is a force?

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A force is a push or pull that can change the motion of an object.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling us down.

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What does it mean for forces to be balanced?

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

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What does it mean for forces to be unbalanced?

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Unbalanced forces are not equal, causing an object to move or change direction.

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What is a magnet?

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A magnet is an object that can attract or repel certain materials, like iron.

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What is the difference between attraction and repulsion?

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Attraction pulls objects together, while repulsion pushes them apart.

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What happens when two magnets with the same poles face each other?

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They repel each other.

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What happens when two magnets with opposite poles face each other?

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They attract each other.

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What is motion?

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Motion is the change in position of an object over time.

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What is a prediction in science?

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A prediction is a guess about what will happen based on observations or patterns.