Force and Motion 4th

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes into contact with another surface.

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What is motion?

Back

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

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What is force?

Back

Force is any push or pull on an object.

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What is velocity?

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Velocity is the speed of an object in a specific direction.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate at which an object changes its velocity.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is the force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the Earth pulling us down.

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What does 'position' mean in physics?

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Position refers to the location of an object in relation to a reference point.

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How does friction affect motion?

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Friction slows down or stops the motion of an object when it moves across a surface.

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What is an example of a force?

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Kicking a soccer ball is an example of applying a force.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is how fast an object is moving, while velocity includes the direction of that movement.