Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Flashcard

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What are balanced forces?

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Balanced forces are two or more forces acting on an object that cancel each other out, resulting in no change in motion.

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What are unbalanced forces?

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Unbalanced forces occur when two or more forces acting on an object do not cancel each other out, causing the object to accelerate in the direction of the net force.

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What is a force?

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A force is a push or a pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

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What is an example of a contact force?

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An applied force is an example of a contact force, as it requires direct contact with the object.

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What is an example of a non-contact force?

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Gravity is an example of a non-contact force, as it acts at a distance without direct contact.

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What happens when forces are balanced?

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When forces are balanced, the object remains at rest or continues to move at a constant speed in a straight line.

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What happens when forces are unbalanced?

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When forces are unbalanced, the object will accelerate in the direction of the net force.

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object, acting between surfaces in contact.

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What is the net force?

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The net force is the overall force acting on an object after all the individual forces are combined.

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How can you determine if forces are balanced or unbalanced?

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If the net force is zero, the forces are balanced. If the net force is greater than zero, the forces are unbalanced.