5.P.1.1 Force & Motion

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What is force?

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A push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

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What is mass?

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The amount of matter in an object, usually measured in kilograms.

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

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The greater the mass of an object, the more force is required to move it.

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What is friction?

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A force that opposes the motion of an object, helping it to slow down or stop.

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How does friction affect a car's movement?

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Friction helps a car slow down and stop.

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What happens to an object in motion if no force acts on it?

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It will continue moving in the same direction at the same speed.

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What is inertia?

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The tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.

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What is the relationship between force and acceleration?

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The greater the force applied to an object, the greater its acceleration.

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What is the formula for calculating force?

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Force = Mass x Acceleration (F = m x a).

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What happens to a ball when a man stops pushing it up a hill?

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The ball will roll down the hill due to gravity.

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