Introduction

In order for objects to be set in motion there must be a force applied to that object. Likewise, in order for an object to stop its motion it must have a force applied to it.

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Lesson Objectives

Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to...

  • Describe balanced and unbalanced forces
  • Construct force diagrams

Enduring Understandings

  • Motion is the result of unbalanced forces acting upon an object.

The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: Physical Science standards: 8.

This lesson incorporates the following Literacy Standards: R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R10, W1, W2, W3, W4, W9, and W10.

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