Net Forces

Front

What is the net force when two forces act in the same direction?

Back

Add the forces together.

Front

What is the unit used to measure force?

Back

Newton.

Front

What do we call the sum of all forces acting on an object?

Back

Net Force.

Front

What is a push or pull that causes a change in motion?

Back

Force.

Front

What type of force must act on an object for it to change its motion?

Back

Unbalanced force.

Front

What is the effect of balanced forces on an object?

Back

The object remains at rest or continues to move at a constant velocity.

Front

What is an example of an unbalanced force?

Back

A soccer player kicking a ball.

Front

What is friction?

Back

A force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

A force that attracts two bodies towards each other, commonly experienced as the force that pulls objects towards the Earth.

Front

How do you calculate net force when forces are acting in opposite directions?

Back

Subtract the smaller force from the larger force.