5th Grade Force and Motion - Vocabulary

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What is a balanced force?

Back

A balanced force occurs when two equal forces act on an object in opposite directions, resulting in no movement.

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Define velocity.

Back

Velocity is the speed of an object in a specific direction.

Front

What is an inclined plane?

Back

An inclined plane is a flat surface that is tilted at an angle, commonly referred to as a ramp.

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What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

What does mass refer to in physics?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter contained in an object.

Front

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Back

Speed is a scalar quantity that refers to how fast an object is moving, while velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is the force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes into contact with another surface.

Front

Explain the concept of gravity.

Back

Gravity is the force that attracts two bodies towards each other, commonly experienced as the force that pulls objects towards the Earth.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-4

NGSS.HS-PS2-4

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What is potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-2

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How does mass affect gravitational force?

Back

The greater the mass of an object, the stronger the gravitational force it exerts.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4