Force and Motion: Friction & Gravity Review

Front

What is the force that pulls objects toward the Earth?

Back

Gravity is the force that pulls objects toward the Earth.

Front

True or False: Air resistance and water resistance are both types of friction.

Back

True. Both air resistance and water resistance are types of friction.

Front

What type of force causes no movement?

Back

A balanced force causes no movement.

Front

What makes a puck slide along an icy surface slow down?

Back

The puck slows down because it rubs against the ice.

Front

What does the term 'push' mean?

Back

To move something away from you.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object.

Front

What is motion?

Back

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

Front

What is an unbalanced force?

Back

An unbalanced force is a force that causes an object to accelerate or change its motion.

Front

What is air resistance?

Back

Air resistance is a type of friction that acts against objects moving through the air.

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.