Forces Flashcard Review - Uhrich 2021

Front

What does the symbol Fs represent?

Back

Force of Spring

Front

What causes a normal force?

Back

An interaction with a Supporting Surface.

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What does the symbol Fg represent?

Back

Weight

Front

What indicates that an object is speeding up in the negative direction?

Back

Unbalanced Forces

Front

What does the symbol f represent?

Back

Force of Friction

Front

Define 'Force of Spring'.

Back

The force exerted by a spring when it is compressed or stretched.

Front

What is a normal force?

Back

The support force exerted upon an object that is in contact with another stable object.

Front

What is the significance of unbalanced forces?

Back

They cause an object to accelerate in the direction of the net force.

Front

Define 'Weight'.

Back

The force exerted by gravity on an object, calculated as mass times gravitational acceleration.

Front

What is the coefficient of friction?

Back

A value that represents the frictional force between two surfaces.