Experimenting with Forces

Experimenting with Forces

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Science

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What force pulls a child going down a slide to the ground?

Back

Gravitational force pulls the child down due to the Earth's gravity.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What force is used to slow or stop a train when the brakes are applied?

Back

Friction is the force that slows or stops the train.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a prediction for the outcome of an experiment called?

Back

A hypothesis is a prediction made before conducting an experiment.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why does a parachute fall slowly despite the theory of gravity?

Back

A parachute falls slowly because it is slowed by air resistance, which is a type of friction.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What tool measures force in Newtons?

Back

A spring scale measures force.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact?

Back

Friction is the force that opposes motion.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the push or pull on an object?

Back

A force is a push or pull on an object.

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