net force
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The single overall force acting on an object once all the individual forces on it have been combined.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "If the _____ on an object is zero, it will not accelerate."
Answer: net force
In your own words, what does "net force" mean?
The single overall force acting on an object once all the individual forces on it have been combined.
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