Balanced Forces

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What is a balanced force?

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A balanced force is when two forces acting on an object are equal in size but opposite in direction, causing the object to stay still or move at a constant speed.

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What happens when forces are balanced?

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When forces are balanced, the object does not change its motion. It either stays at rest or continues to move at the same speed in the same direction.

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What is an unbalanced force?

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An unbalanced force occurs when one force is stronger than the other, causing the object to accelerate or change its motion.

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What is a magnet?

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A magnet is an object that can attract certain metals, like iron, and has a magnetic field around it.

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What is the strongest type of magnet?

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The strongest type of magnet is often called a 'mighty magnet'.

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What does it mean for magnets to repel?

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When magnets repel, they push away from each other instead of attracting.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling us down.

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What happens to a ball when it falls off a table?

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The ball will fall to the ground due to gravity and will soon stop moving after hitting the ground.

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What is a non-touching force?

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A non-touching force is a force that can act on an object without direct contact, like magnetism or gravity.

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How do magnets work in a crane?

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A magnetic crane uses a magnet to lift metal objects, like cans, without touching them.