Newton's 3rd Law

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What is Newton's 3rd Law of Motion?

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For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.

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Define unbalanced forces.

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Unbalanced forces are forces that cause a change in the motion of an object.

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What is an example of unbalanced forces in a game?

Back

Winning a tug of war is an example of unbalanced forces.

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What happens when two equal forces act on an object?

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The object remains in a state of rest or uniform motion.

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What is the net force if two forces of 30 N and 10 N act in the same direction?

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The net force is 40 N.

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How does a volleyball player experience Newton's 3rd Law during a game?

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The player feels the impact of the ball on their hands when performing a dig.

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What is the difference between balanced and unbalanced forces?

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Balanced forces do not change the motion of an object, while unbalanced forces do.

Front

In a tug of war, what type of forces are being exerted?

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Unbalanced forces.

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What is the effect of unbalanced forces on an object's motion?

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They cause the object to accelerate in the direction of the net force.

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What is an example of balanced forces in everyday life?

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A book resting on a table is an example of balanced forces.