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Forces

All forces are in balance when an object is stationary, like this trophy below.

All forces are in balance when an object is moving with steady velocity.

Forces are unbalanced when an object is accelerating.

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Force is measured in Newtons (N)

1 Newton is about the weight of an apple

The mass of 0.1kg is 1N