Unit 1 Review Flashcardizz!

Front

What is the action force when a player hits a ball with a bat?

Back

The action force is the impact of the bat against the ball.

Front

What is the reaction force when a player hits a ball with a bat?

Back

The reaction force is the force of the ball against the bat.

Front

What happens to an object when unbalanced forces act on it?

Back

The object will move in the direction of the larger force.

Front

What type of energy is present in a moving skateboard?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

How do you find the net force when two forces are acting in opposite directions?

Back

You subtract the smaller force from the larger force.

Front

What does a balanced force cause an object to do?

Back

A balanced force causes an object to stay in place.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is the difference between balanced and unbalanced forces?

Back

Balanced forces do not change an object's motion, while unbalanced forces cause an object to accelerate.

Front

What is air resistance?

Back

Air resistance is a force that opposes the motion of an object through the air.