Forces Flashcards
1
Q
What is happening when a body is in equilibrium?
A
The forces acting on it will be balenced in each direction.
2
Q
What can a body in equilibrium be?
A
At rest or moving with a constant velocity
3
Q
If a body is in equilibrium, what’s the sum of all the forces acting apon it?
A
The sum of all forces acting on a body in equilibrium is 0.
4
Q
Explain what equilibrium means in the context of a moving object
A
For a moving object is equilibrium, there is no resulting force so it will remain at constant velocity
