Free Body Diagrams

Front

What do the arrows or vectors represent in a Free Body Diagram?

Back

Forces acting on the object.

Front

When two forces act in the same direction, how do you calculate the net force?

Back

Add the forces.

Front

What does the down-arrow in a Free Body Diagram most likely represent?

Back

Gravity.

Front

If an object is moving to the right, what does the left-arrow in the diagram most likely represent?

Back

Friction.

Front

What is the net force if the diagram shows 17 N to the right?

Back

17 N, right.

Front

What is a Free Body Diagram?

Back

A graphical representation used to visualize the forces acting on an object.

Front

What is the purpose of using Free Body Diagrams?

Back

To analyze the forces acting on an object and determine the net force.

Front

What does a normal force represent in a Free Body Diagram?

Back

The support force exerted by a surface perpendicular to the object.

Front

How do you represent tension in a Free Body Diagram?

Back

As an arrow pointing away from the object along the direction of the tension.

Front

What is the difference between balanced and unbalanced forces?

Back

Balanced forces result in no change in motion; unbalanced forces cause acceleration.