Balanced, Unbalanced, Static and Magnetic Forces

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What is a balanced force?

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

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What happens when forces are balanced on an object?

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The object will not move.

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What is an unbalanced force?

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

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object, causing it to slow down or stop.

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What role does gravity play in motion?

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

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What is a magnetic force?

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A magnetic force is the attraction or repulsion between magnetic materials, such as magnets and iron.

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What is an example of a balanced force in everyday life?

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A book resting on a table is an example of balanced forces; the weight of the book is balanced by the support force from the table.

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What is an example of an unbalanced force?

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A soccer ball being kicked is an example of an unbalanced force; the kick causes the ball to move.

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How does friction affect a rolling ball?

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Friction slows down the rolling ball and eventually stops it.

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What is the effect of magnetic force on iron?

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Magnetic force can attract iron, allowing magnets to pick up heavy pieces of iron.