Force and Motion

Front

What is force?

Back

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

Front

What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy an object has due to its motion.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

At which position does a dropped ball have the greatest kinetic energy?

Back

Position 2, when it is at its lowest point.

Front

At which position does a dropped ball have the most potential energy?

Back

Position 1, when it is at its highest point.

Front

What does a straight line on a speed vs time graph indicate?

Back

It indicates that the object is moving at a constant speed.

Front

What does a diagonal line moving downward on a speed vs time graph indicate?

Back

It indicates that the object is slowing down.

Front

What is average speed?

Back

The total distance traveled divided by the total time taken.

Front

How do you calculate average speed?

Back

Average Speed = Total Distance / Total Time.