Forces and Motion

Front

What happens when two boys pull with the same amount of force?

Back

They will not move at all.

Front

What is the term for a force that brings an object closer?

Back

Pull

Front

What is the force that slows and stops motion between touching objects?

Back

Friction

Front

Is it harder to push a child on a swing than an adult on the same swing?

Back

False

Front

What is a pull or a push called?

Back

Force

Front

What is the definition of force in physics?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

What is the effect of friction on moving objects?

Back

Friction opposes motion and can slow down or stop moving objects.

Front

What are the two main types of forces?

Back

Contact forces and non-contact forces.

Front

What is an example of a non-contact force?

Back

Gravity.

Front

How does mass affect the force required to move an object?

Back

More mass requires more force to move the object.