Xander's Motion and Force Flashcard

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What does it mean to attract?

Back

To pull toward another magnet.

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What is friction?

Back

A force that slows down objects because they are rubbing against each other.

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What is motion?

Back

The act of moving - a movement.

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What does it mean to roll?

Back

To move by turning over and over.

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What is work?

Back

The labor it takes to get something done.

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What is gravity?

Back

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

Front

What does repel mean?

Back

To push away from another magnet.

Front

What is mass?

Back

The amount of matter in an object.

Front

What is a force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

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What is an example of motion?

Back

A car driving down the road.