When a soccer ball is resting on the ground, balanced forces are present, specifically the gravitational force pulling the ball downward and the normal force from the ground pushing upward with equal magnitude. This results in no net force acting on the ball, allowing it to remain stationary. However, when a soccer ball is kicked, an unbalanced force is applied in the direction of the kick, overcoming the gravitational and normal forces. This unbalanced force causes the ball to accelerate and move, demonstrating Newton's second law of motion.
In 3-5 sentences, summarize the balanced forces that are present when a soccer ball is resting on the ground, and the unbalanced forces that are present when a soccer ball is kicked and moves
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