Force Diagrams

Front

What is the sum of all forces acting on an object called?

Back

Net Force

Front

What type of force occurs when all forces acting on an object are equal and opposite?

Back

Balanced Force

Front

What type of force occurs when the forces acting on an object are not equal?

Back

Unbalanced Force

Front

What is a push or pull exerted on an object called?

Back

Force

Front

In a force diagram, what does the size/length of the arrow represent?

Back

The strength of the force

Front

What is the direction of the net force if an object is accelerating to the right?

Back

To the right

Front

If two people are pushing a car in opposite directions with equal force, what is the net force?

Back

Zero (0) Newtons

Front

What happens to an object at rest if the net force acting on it is zero?

Back

It remains at rest.

Front

What happens to an object in motion if the net force acting on it is zero?

Back

It continues to move at a constant speed.

Front

What is the effect of an unbalanced force on an object?

Back

It causes the object to accelerate.