Force and Motion

Front

What is force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

Front

What happens when you apply a stronger force?

Back

The object will move faster.

Front

What happens when you apply a weaker force?

Back

The object will move slower.

Front

What is an example of a push?

Back

Shoving a door open.

Front

What is an example of a pull?

Back

Opening a door.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

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

Front

What is friction?

Back

A force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact.

Front

What is the effect of friction on motion?

Back

Friction slows down moving objects.

Front

What is an example of an object that moves quickly with a small force?

Back

A plastic beach ball.