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3rd Grade Science
Forces and Motion
6. Forces
6.1 Balanced Forces, Equal opposing forces
Balanced Forces: When Equal Pushes and Pulls Cancel Out
You will discover how two equal forces pushing in opposite directions cancel each other out, keeping objects perfectly still.
What You'll Learn
You learn that balanced forces are equal and opposite forces.
You discover that balanced forces always create a net force of zero.
You can identify balanced forces by comparing equal-length opposite arrows.
You see balanced forces in tug-of-war, books, and hanging objects.
What You'll Practice
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You will identify balanced forces in tug-of-war and everyday objects.
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You will match key vocabulary like force, weight, and normal force.
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You will answer questions about what balanced forces do to motion.
Why This Matters
Understanding balanced forces helps you explain why objects stay still and prepares you to explore motion, energy, and machines in science.
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Balanced Forces
Net Force
Normal Force
Gravity
Equilibrium
NM Curriculum Aligned