Force and Motion STAAR Review

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What is force?

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A push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

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What is motion?

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The change in position of an object over time.

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What is friction?

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A force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes into contact with another object.

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What is gravity?

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A force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the force that pulls us toward the Earth.

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What is a variable in an experiment?

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A factor that can change in an experiment, affecting the outcome.

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Why is it important to test one variable at a time in an experiment?

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It allows the experimenter to correctly and more easily interpret the results.

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What is a spring scale used for?

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To measure the amount of force applied to an object.

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What does mass refer to?

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The amount of matter in an object, usually measured in grams or kilograms.

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What is the relationship between force and motion?

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Force can cause an object to start moving, stop moving, or change direction.

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What is an experimental investigation?

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A method of testing a hypothesis by conducting an experiment to gather data.