Net Forces

Front

What is the net force acting on an object if all forces cancel each other out?

Back

0 N

Front

When forces are acting in the same direction, what should you do to find the net force?

Back

Add the forces together.

Front

What is the term for the sum of all forces acting on an object?

Back

Net force

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 happens to an object when unbalanced forces act on it?

Back

The object will move in the direction of the larger 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 a force?

Back

A push or pull acting on an object.

Front

What unit is used to measure force?

Back

Newton (N)

Front

What is gravitational force?

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The force of attraction between two masses.

Front

What is an example of an unbalanced force?

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A person pushing a car uphill while gravity pulls it down.