Force Flashcards
0
Q
What is a force described by?
A
A force is described by its strength and the direction in which it acts
1
Q
What is a force?
A
A push or pull
2
Q
What is force measured in?
A
Newtons
3
Q
The __ and _____ of a force is represented by an arrow.
A
strength and direction
4
Q
What is net force?
A
The combination of all forces acting on an object.
5
Q
A net force determines whether an object ____ and also in which ____ it moves
A
Moves, direction
6
Q
What is an unbalanced force?
A
Causes an object to start moving, stop moving, or change direction. Results in net force and causes a change
7
Q
Balanced force
A
Equal forces acting on an object in opposite directions. **doesnt change the motion
8
Q
1•.5
A
0.5 **naked decimals
9
Q
Acceleration
A
Change in velocity
10
Q
Compare and contrast unbalanced and balanced forces
A
- both exert a force on an object
- balanced is equal and does not make the box move
- unbalanced can start going, stop going, or change direction
