7.1 Describing Forces Flashcard

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Do balanced forces cause objects to change their motion?

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False

Front

What are the two factors that affect the force of gravity between two objects?

Back

Distance and mass

Front

Is magnetic force an example of a contact force?

Back

False

Front

Does friction act in the same direction as motion?

Back

False

Front

Which factor is NOT a characteristic of forces?

Back

speed

Front

Which factor is a contact force?

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applied force

Front

If the net force acting on an object is 0 N, you can be sure that the forces acting on the object are

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balanced.