Net Force and Balanced vs Unbalanced

Front

What is the net force?

Back

The net force is the vector sum of all the forces acting on an object. It determines the object's acceleration and direction of motion.

Front

What happens when the net force is zero?

Back

When the net force is zero, the object is in a state of equilibrium, meaning it will not accelerate and will either remain at rest or continue moving at a constant velocity.

Front

What is a balanced force?

Back

Balanced forces are equal in size and opposite in direction, resulting in a net force of zero.

Front

What is an unbalanced force?

Back

Unbalanced forces are not equal and opposite, resulting in a net force that causes an object to accelerate in the direction of the greater force.

Front

How do you calculate net force?

Back

Net force is calculated by adding all the forces acting on an object, taking into account their directions.

Front

If a 40 N force is applied to the right and a 40 N force is applied to the left, what is the net force?

Back

0 N, Balanced.

Front

If a 100 N force is applied to the right and a 60 N force is applied to the left, what is the net force?

Back

40 N, Right.

Front

What direction will an object move if the net force is 40 N to the right?

Back

The object will move to the right.

Front

What is the effect of gravity on objects?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth, causing them to accelerate downwards.

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.