May the Force Be With You_R16

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object, causing it to slow down or stop.

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What happens when two forces are equal?

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When two forces are equal, they are balanced, and there is no change in motion.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the Earth pulling objects toward its center.

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What is thrust?

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Thrust is the force that propels an object forward, such as the force produced by a rocket engine.

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What does it mean for forces to be unbalanced?

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Unbalanced forces occur when one force is greater than another, causing an object to move.

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How does friction affect a moving object?

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Friction slows down a moving object and can eventually bring it to a stop.

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What is the role of gravity in keeping objects on the ground?

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Gravity pulls objects down toward the Earth, keeping them grounded.

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What is an example of balanced forces?

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A parked car remains still because the force of gravity pulling it down is balanced by the ground pushing it up.

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What happens to a rocket when it launches?

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A rocket launches when the thrust force from its engines is greater than the force of gravity pulling it down.

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What is an example of unbalanced forces in everyday life?

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A dog pulling on a leash is an example of unbalanced forces, as the dog exerts a greater force than the owner.