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Kick the Ball! Forces at Play What are forces, and how can forces affect an
object?
Forces are pushes or pulls that act on an
object, such as a ball. Forces can cause
changes in an object’s motion such as
making a ball change direction and speed.
Forces are pushes or pulls that act on an object, such as a
ball. Forces can cause changes in an object’s motion such as
n. the way that something moves or points toward
making a ball change direction and speed.
direction
Some kicks move the ball only a short distance while
other kicks send a ball flying over the heads of other
n. the amount of force that is applied to an object
strength
players. The differences are caused by the strength and the
direction of the force.
Unit 7 | Kick the Ball! Forces at Play
