Forces - Week 5

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 forces are balanced?

Back

When forces are balanced, the object does not move or stays at rest.

Front

What happens when forces are unbalanced?

Back

When forces are unbalanced, the object will start to move in the direction of the stronger force.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

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

Front

What is a push?

Back

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

Front

What is a pull?

Back

A pull is a force that moves an object closer to you.

Front

What keeps the Moon in orbit around the Earth?

Back

Earth's gravity keeps the Moon in orbit.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact.

Front

Can you give an example of a push?

Back

Pushing a door open is an example of a push.

Front

Can you give an example of a pull?

Back

Pulling a wagon is an example of a pull.