Force 1.4 Word Relationships

Front

What is the definition of force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

How is velocity different from speed?

Back

Velocity includes direction, while speed does not.

Front

What is speed?

Back

The distance traveled per unit of time.

Front

What is average speed?

Back

Total distance traveled divided by total time taken.

Front

What is the formula for calculating speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time.

Front

What is the unit of speed in the metric system?

Back

Kilometers per hour (km/h) or meters per second (m/s).

Front

What does it mean for an object to be in motion?

Back

An object is in motion if its position changes relative to a reference point.

Front

What is the difference between constant speed and average speed?

Back

Constant speed means the speed does not change, while average speed is the total distance divided by total time.

Front

What is an example of a force?

Back

A person pushing a shopping cart.

Front

What happens to an object at rest when a force is applied?

Back

It may start to move in the direction of the applied force.