Net Forces

Front

What is net force?

Back

The overall force acting on an object when all the individual forces are combined.

Front

How do you calculate net force when two forces are acting in the same direction?

Back

Add the magnitudes of the two forces.

Front

What is a force?

Back

A push or pull exerted on an object.

Front

If two forces are acting in opposite directions, how do you find the net force?

Back

Subtract the smaller force from the larger force.

Front

What is the unit of force?

Back

Newton (N).

Front

What does it mean if the net force is zero?

Back

The object is in a state of equilibrium, meaning it is either at rest or moving at a constant velocity.

Front

What is the effect of a net force on an object?

Back

It causes the object to accelerate in the direction of the net force.

Front

If an object has a net force of 35 N to the right, what can you infer about the forces acting on it?

Back

The total force to the right is greater than the total force to the left by 35 N.

Front

What happens to an object if no net force is acting on it?

Back

It will maintain its current state of motion, either at rest or moving at a constant speed.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and force according to Newton's second law?

Back

Force equals mass times acceleration (F = ma).