Forces and Motion

Front

What can forces do to objects?

Back

Forces can make objects start moving, speed up, slow down, stop moving, or change direction.

Front

What is the location of an object called?

Back

The location of an object is called its position.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects towards each other without touching them.

Front

What is an object with a magnetic force?

Back

A magnet is an object with a magnetic force.

Front

What does distance mean?

Back

Distance is the amount of space between two objects or places.

Front

What is a force?

Back

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

Front

What happens when you apply a force to a stationary object?

Back

The object may start moving if the force is strong enough.

Front

What is motion?

Back

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

Front

What is speed?

Back

Speed is how fast an object is moving, usually measured in distance over time.

Front

What is a push?

Back

A push is a type of force that moves an object away from you.