Physics First Semester Final

Front

What is the sum of all forces acting on an object?

Back

Net Force

Front

What law states that an object at rest will remain at rest, and an object in motion will remain in motion unless acted on by an unbalanced force?

Back

Newton's 1st Law

Front

As a roller coaster goes downhill, what happens to potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is converted into kinetic energy.

Front

How do you calculate distance?

Back

Speed times time.

Front

What type of force is indicated by a BLUE arrow in a force diagram?

Back

Applied Force.

Front

What is the force of gravity acting on an object called?

Back

Weight.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and acceleration in Newton's 2nd Law?

Back

Force equals mass times acceleration (F = ma).

Front

What is the principle that states for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?

Back

Newton's 3rd Law.

Front

What is the energy stored in an object due to its position called?

Back

Potential Energy.

Front

What is the energy of motion called?

Back

Kinetic Energy.