P2: Resultant Forces Flashcards
1
Q
What can force affect?
A
The shape of an object, its state of rest or its motion.
2
Q
What are Newtons?
A
(N) the unit of force. (10N-1kg)
3
Q
Resultant Force
A
The combined effect of the forces acting on an object.
4
Q
When the resultant force acting on an object is zero…
A
It either remains stationary or Continues to move at a constant speed.
5
Q
When the resultant force on an object is not zero…
A
The movement of an object depends on the size and direction of the resultant force.
6
Q
resultant force=
A
Mass x Acceleration
