Amplify Force and Motion Unit Review

Front

What does it mean to exert a force?

Back

To exert a force means to apply a push or pull on an object.

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Front

If you apply the same force to a playground ball and a bowling ball, which will have a larger change in velocity?

Back

The playground ball will have the largest change in velocity because it has less mass.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Front

What is the definition of velocity?

Back

Velocity is speed in a particular direction.

Front

In a collision, if the force on a soccer ball is strong, what can be said about the force on a tennis ball?

Back

The force on the tennis ball is also stronger.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-1

Front

What is required to change the velocity of an object?

Back

A force is required to change the velocity of an object.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Front

What is the relationship between mass and acceleration when a force is applied?

Back

The greater the mass of an object, the less acceleration it will have for the same amount of force applied.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Front

What is inertia?

Back

Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.

Front

What is the formula for calculating force?

Back

Force = mass x acceleration (F = m x a).

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Front

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Back

Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, while velocity includes direction.

Front

What happens to an object's motion when a net force is applied?

Back

The object's motion will change, either accelerating, decelerating, or changing direction.

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