We wrapped up our force and motion unit by learning about balanced and unbalanced forces. Balanced forces are when 2 forces of equal strength are acting on an object and it results in no change. Unbalanced forces can be when there is no opposing force or when the 2 forces acting on an object are unequal (think tug of war...one side pulls with more force than the other.)
I had the students draw examples of balanced and unbalanced forces in their journals. They did great!!
Not bad examples, I'm currently writing notes for my HS class (physical science 9) and these examples are really helpful! Especially the first (or second depending on perspective) image showing the gravity as well, outstanding!
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