Force, Motion, and Energy

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What is force?

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

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What is motion?

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

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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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 in contact with another surface.

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How does friction affect motion?

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Friction slows down or stops the motion of an object.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the pull of the Earth on objects.

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What is a spring force?

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Spring force is the force exerted by a compressed or stretched spring.

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What is the importance of repeating an experiment?

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Repeating an experiment helps ensure reliable and accurate results.

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What tools can be used to measure force?

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A spring scale can be used to measure force.

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What is the role of a meterstick in experiments?

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A meterstick is used to measure distance or height in experiments.