Force and Motion Review

Front

What happens when two objects collide?

Back

The transfer of energy can cause a change in the objects' speed and direction.

Front

What do Up, Down, Forward, and Backward describe?

Back

They describe Direction.

Front

What is speed?

Back

Speed is a measure of the distance an object travels in a certain amount of time.

Front

Does friction help objects to move easier?

Back

False, friction actually makes it harder for objects to move.

Front

What is the energy of movement called?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

What is force?

Back

A push or pull that can change the motion of an object.

Front

What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

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

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is an example of kinetic energy?

Back

A moving car or a running person.