Unit 4 Forces & Motion

Front

What is a scalar quantity?

Back

A quantity described by magnitude only.

Front

What do objects in motion tend to do?

Back

Objects in motion tend to stay in motion, while objects at rest tend to stay at rest.

Front

Finish the formula: Force = mass x __________?

Back

acceleration

Front

Which of the following is a unit of measurement for force?

Back

Newtons.

Front

What force is caused by objects rubbing together?

Back

Friction.

Front

What is the definition of force?

Back

A push or pull on an object resulting from the object's interaction with another object.

Front

What is the formula for calculating weight?

Back

Weight = mass x gravity.

Front

What is inertia?

Back

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

Front

What is the unit of measurement for mass?

Back

Kilograms.

Front

What is acceleration?

Back

The rate of change of velocity of an object.