Net forces flashcard review

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What is a net force?

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The overall force acting on an object when all the individual forces are combined.

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What does it mean for forces to be balanced?

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Forces are balanced when they are equal in size and opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

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What does it mean for forces to be unbalanced?

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Forces are unbalanced when they are not equal, causing a change in motion.

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What is friction?

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Friction is the force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes into contact with another surface.

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What surface would have the least friction?

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Glass is typically smoother and would have less friction compared to rough surfaces.

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How do you calculate net force when two forces act in the same direction?

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You add the magnitudes of the two forces together.

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How do you calculate net force when two forces act in opposite directions?

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You subtract the smaller force from the larger force.

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What is the unit of force?

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The unit of force is the Newton (N).

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What is an example of a push force?

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Pushing a door open is an example of a push force.

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What is an example of a pull force?

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Pulling a wagon is an example of a pull force.