Forces of Motion

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What is a force?

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A force is a push or pull that can change the motion of an object.

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What are balanced forces?

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Balanced forces are forces that are equal in size and opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

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What are unbalanced forces?

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Unbalanced forces are forces that are not equal, causing a change in the motion of an object.

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What is a push?

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A push is a force that moves an object away from you.

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What is a pull?

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A pull is a force that brings an object closer to you.

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What is lift?

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Lift is a force that raises an object upward.

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What is throw?

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Throw is a force used to send an object through the air.

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What happens when forces are balanced?

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When forces are balanced, the object does not move or continues to move at a constant speed.

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What happens when forces are unbalanced?

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When forces are unbalanced, the object accelerates or changes direction.

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Can a force change the shape of an object?

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Yes, a force can change the shape of an object, like squishing a ball.