Forces and Motion Flashcard

Front

What is the result of equal or balanced forces acting on an object?

Back

The object does not move

Front

What happens when unequal or unbalanced forces act on an object?

Back

The object moves.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of balanced forces?

Back

They cancel each other out

Front

Which of the following is true about unbalanced forces? They do not affect motion, They always act in pairs, They cause a change in motion, They are equal in size

Back

They cause a change in motion

Front

Which of the following is a force of attraction to a magnet? Gravity, Friction, Magnetism, Force

Back

Magnetism

Front

What is the force of attraction between two bodies called?

Back

Gravity

Front

In an experiment, what is the variable that is changed by the scientist?

Back

Independent variable

Front

What is the variable that results from the change and can be measured or observed?

Back

Dependent variable

Front

What are constants in an experiment?

Back

Things kept the same to ensure reliable results

Front

In the example investigation, what was the independent variable? Options: Force, Surface, Mass of block, Spring scale

Back

Surface