Contact Forces

Front

What is the term for the interaction that occurs when two or more objects collide, with at least one object in motion?

Back

Collision

Front

What type of energy is stored in an object and can only be transformed when an external force is applied?

Back

Potential energy

Front

How is speed defined in terms of distance and time?

Back

Speed = distance / time (s=d/t)

Front

What do we call a push or pull that results in a change in the shape of an object?

Back

Force

Front

What is the minimum amount of force required to cause permanent deformation in an object?

Back

Breaking point

Front

What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

Back

Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

Front

What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic Energy = 1/2 mv² (where m is mass and v is velocity)

Front

What is the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration as described by Newton's second law?

Back

Force = mass × acceleration (F = ma)

Front

What is the term for the force that opposes the motion of an object through a fluid?

Back

Drag force

Front

What is the principle that states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?

Back

Newton's third law of motion