Forces and Motion

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What is the force of gravity?

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The force of gravity is the attractive force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth or any other celestial body.

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What happens to a model rocket when it is launched?

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The model rocket overcomes the force of gravity and moves upward after being launched into the air.

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What is friction?

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Friction is the resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another.

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What type of force is applied to a ball by a pitcher?

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The force applied by the pitcher is a push.

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What type of force is applied to a ball by gravity?

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The force applied by gravity is a pull.

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What occurs when two north poles of magnets are brought together?

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The north poles will repel each other.

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What is the effect of surface texture on friction?

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Smoother surfaces generally produce less friction compared to rougher surfaces.

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What is the relationship between mass and gravitational force?

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The gravitational force increases with the mass of the objects involved.

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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.

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How does the surface type affect the motion of a toy car?

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Different surfaces create varying amounts of friction, affecting how easily the toy car can roll.