Unit3- Unbalanced Forces Flashcards
1
Q
What are balanced forces?
A
When two forces acting on an object are equal in size but act in opposite directions, we say that they are balanced forces.
2
Q
What are the criteria of balanced forces.
A
The arrows must be the same length.
The force size (N) must be the same.
The forces must be in opposite directions.
3
Q
What is an unbalanced force?
A
When they do not meet the balanced criteria they are unbalanced.
4
Q
What is a resultant force?
A
The overall force acting on the object.
(How much it moves).
Balanced forces do not have a resultant force.
5
Q
What should you state when calculating the resultant force.
A
The size of the force.
The direction.
