5th Grade Force and Motion

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What is Force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

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What is Motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

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What is Friction?

Back

A force that opposes the motion of an object.

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What is Gravity?

Back

A force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling us down.

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What happens when you apply a force to an object?

Back

The object may start moving, stop moving, or change direction.

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What is an example of gravity in action?

Back

A pencil falling to the ground when dropped.

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What is an example of friction?

Back

When you slide a book across a table and it slows down.

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What direction does an object move when you push it?

Back

In the direction of the push.

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What is the effect of mass on motion?

Back

Heavier objects require more force to move.

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What is the role of friction when riding a skateboard?

Back

Friction slows down the skateboard when it rolls.