Science Ch. 6 Test Motion and Force

Front

What type of motion does a skier moving downhill show us?

Back

Downward motion is when an object moves towards the ground, like a skier going down a slope.

Front

What is the place where something is called?

Back

Position is the location of an object in space.

Front

If someone kicks a ball across the field, what is this called?

Back

Applied force is when a force is used to move an object, like kicking a ball.

Front

What is the force pulling together all objects in the universe called?

Back

Gravity is the force that attracts two bodies towards each other.

Front

Who is famous for discovering the laws of motion?

Back

Sir Isaac Newton is known for formulating the three laws of motion.

Front

What is motion?

Back

Motion is the change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is force?

Back

Force is a push or pull on an object that can cause it to move.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.

Front

What is balanced force?

Back

Balanced forces are equal in size and opposite in direction, resulting in no change in motion.

Front

What is unbalanced force?

Back

Unbalanced forces are not equal and can cause an object to accelerate.