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Understand that forces can cause changes in an object's size, shape, and motion.

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Cambridge IGCSE Combined ScienceMotion, forces and energyCore content

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Understand that forces can cause changes in an object's size, shape, and motion

  • This point belongs to Forces, especially Forces outcomes.
  • You need to be able to understand that forces can cause changes in an object's size, shape, and motion.
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Forces on a Spring

A spring is compressed by a force of 10 N. When the force is removed, the spring returns to its original shape.

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    Explain how the force affects the spring's shape.

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