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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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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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 or change direction.

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What is a force?

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

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NGSS.3-PS2-1

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that resists the motion of two surfaces sliding across one another.

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What is motion?

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Motion is how an object moves from one place to another.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What happens when balanced forces act on an object?

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When balanced forces act on an object, the object does not change its state of motion.

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NGSS.3-PS2-1

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What happens when unbalanced forces act on an object?

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When unbalanced forces act on an object, the object will accelerate in the direction of the greater force.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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Can you give an example of friction?

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An example of friction is when you rub your hands together and they get warm.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is the direction of a force?

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The direction of a force is the way in which the force is applied, which can affect the motion of an object.

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NGSS.3-PS2-1

NGSS.5-PS2-1

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What is the relationship between force and motion?

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Force causes motion; without a force, an object at rest will stay at rest, and an object in motion will stay in motion.

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