Benchmark Prep: Forces

Front

What happens to two objects with similar electric charges?

Back

They repel each other.

Front

How does the force of gravity change with distance between two objects?

Back

The force of gravity is stronger when two objects are closer together.

Front

In an experiment, what is the dependent variable?

Back

The number of paper clips picked up by the magnetic field.

Front

If an object is pushed to the right, how will it move?

Back

It will move to the right.

Front

What is the net force if the forces acting on an object are 10 N right and 10 N left?

Back

10 N right.

Front

Define net force.

Back

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

Front

What is the effect of increasing mass on gravitational force?

Back

The gravitational force increases with more mass.

Front

What is the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration?

Back

Force equals mass times acceleration (F = ma).

Front

What is friction?

Back

A force that opposes the motion of an object.

Front

What is the difference between balanced and unbalanced forces?

Back

Balanced forces do not change an object's motion; unbalanced forces do.