Forces

Front

What does friction produce?

Back

Heat

Front

If two teams are pulling with the same amount of force, what will happen?

Back

They will not move at all.

Front

What is the force that pulls objects toward the Earth?

Back

Gravity

Front

What is the rate at which Earth's gravity accelerates objects in free fall?

Back

9.8 m/s²

Front

What is the force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact?

Back

Friction

Front

What is the term for a push or pull on an object?

Back

Force

Front

What happens to an object at rest when a net force is applied?

Back

It will accelerate in the direction of the net force.

Front

What is the unit of force in the International System of Units (SI)?

Back

Newton (N)

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 the effect of unbalanced forces on an object?

Back

The object will accelerate in the direction of the net force.