3rd Grade Force and Motion

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What is a force?

Back

A force is a push or pull that can change how something is moving.

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What is the effect of a stronger force on an object?

Back

A stronger force can make an object move faster or change its direction.

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What is a push in terms of force?

Back

A push is a force that moves an object away from you.

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What is a pull in terms of force?

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A pull is a force that brings an object closer to you.

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Can a pull be used to boil water?

Back

No, a pull cannot be used to boil water.

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What happens to a ball when it is kicked with more force?

Back

The ball moves faster when kicked with more force.

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What is the direction of motion for an object at the bottom of a ramp when hit by another object?

Back

The object at the bottom of the ramp will move in the direction of the force applied by the object rolling down.

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What is the relationship between force and motion?

Back

Force is what causes an object to move or change its motion.

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What is an example of a force in everyday life?

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Examples of force include pushing a door open or pulling a suitcase.

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What is inertia?

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Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.