Flashcard Review on Forces

Front

The sum of all the forces acting on an object is called ________________.

Back

Net Force

Front

A force is a _______ or ________ on an object.

Back

push or pull

Front

What is the net force for the image?

Back

O (Zero) N

Front

Which is NOT an example of a force?

Back

time

Front

Does the net force for the image result in a balanced or unbalanced force?

Back

balanced

Front

What is the definition of force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

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

Back

Newton (N)

Front

What is an example of an unbalanced force?

Back

A soccer ball being kicked.

Front

What happens to an object when the net force acting on it is zero?

Back

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

Front

What is friction?

Back

A force that opposes the motion of an object.