Amplify Balancing Forces - Floating Train

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What makes the train RISE?

Back

Repelling (electro)magnets help the train rise by pushing it away from the tracks.

Front

How are gravity and magnetism related?

Back

They are both non-touching forces that can affect objects from a distance.

Front

True or False: All metals stick to magnets.

Back

False. Only certain metals, like iron, stick to magnets.

Front

Why can astronauts jump and float a little on the Moon?

Back

Because the Moon's gravity is NOT that STRONG, allowing them to jump higher.

Front

When two magnets attract, they ________.

Back

pull together.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

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

Front

What is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, like metals.

Front

What happens when you drop a ball on Earth?

Back

The ball falls to the ground because of gravity.

Front

What is a non-touching force?

Back

A non-touching force is a force that can act on an object without direct contact, like gravity or magnetism.

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What is an example of a touching force?

Back

Friction is an example of a touching force that occurs when two surfaces rub against each other.