If the forces acting on an object are balanced, its motion will not change, and vice versa. Newton’s First Law introduces inertia, the tendency of an object to resist a change in motion. The sum of all forces acting on an object is called the net force, and when it equals zero, the forces are balanced. It is a vector quantity, which means it has both a magnitude and a direction. Concepts CoveredĪ force is a push or a pull acting on an object. Scroll down for a preview of this learning objective’s games and the concepts they drive home. The Factors Influencing Motion: Newton’s First and Second Laws learning objective - based on NGSS and state standards - delivers improved student engagement and academic performance in your classroom, as demonstrated by research. In this series of games, your students will learn about net forces and the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration.
