Balanced, Unbalanced, Static and Magnetic Forces

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What is a balanced force?

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A balanced force occurs when two forces acting on an object are equal in size but opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

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What is an unbalanced force?

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An unbalanced force occurs when two forces acting on an object are not equal, causing the object to move in the direction of the stronger force.

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What is a force?

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A force is a push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

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What pulls objects toward the Earth?

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Gravity pulls objects toward the Earth.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies toward each other, pulling objects toward the center of the Earth.

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What is an example of a push?

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Pushing a door open is an example of a push.

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What is an example of a pull?

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Pulling a wagon is an example of a pull.

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What happens when forces are balanced?

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When forces are balanced, the object does not move or change its state of motion.

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What happens when forces are unbalanced?

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When forces are unbalanced, the object will accelerate in the direction of the stronger force.

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact.