FORCES

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What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object. It slows down moving objects.

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What is a force?

Back

A force is a push or a pull that can change the motion of an object.

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What force pulls objects towards the Earth?

Back

Gravity is the force that pulls objects towards the Earth.

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How does gravity affect a falling object?

Back

Gravity causes a falling object to accelerate downwards.

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What is the difference between a push and a pull?

Back

A push moves an object away, while a pull brings it closer.

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What is inertia?

Back

Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its motion.

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What happens when two forces act in opposite directions?

Back

The object will move in the direction of the stronger force.

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What is an example of a force in everyday life?

Back

Pushing a shopping cart is an example of applying a force.

Front

What is the role of friction in motion?

Back

Friction slows down or stops the motion of objects.

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How can you increase the force applied to an object?

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You can increase the force by pushing or pulling harder.