Balanced and Unbalanced Forces

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What are balanced forces?

Back

Forces that are equal in size and opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

Front

What are unbalanced forces?

Back

Forces that are not equal and opposite, causing a change in motion.

Front

What is net force?

Back

The overall force acting on an object, calculated by combining all individual forces.

Front

If two forces of 10 N and 5 N act in the same direction, what is the net force?

Back

15 N in the direction of the forces.

Front

If two forces of 10 N and 5 N act in opposite directions, what is the net force?

Back

5 N in the direction of the larger force.

Front

What happens when the net force is zero?

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The object remains at rest or continues to move at a constant speed.

Front

What is an example of balanced forces in everyday life?

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A book resting on a table, where the force of gravity is balanced by the normal force from the table.

Front

What is an example of unbalanced forces in everyday life?

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A soccer ball being kicked, where the force of the kick is greater than the opposing forces.

Front

How do you determine the direction of net force?

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The direction of the net force is the same as the direction of the larger force when forces are unbalanced.

Front

What is the unit of force?

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Newton (N).