Force 1.4 Word Relationships

Front

What is the definition of force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

Which of the following best describes speed?

Back

The distance traveled per unit of time.

Front

If an object is moving with a constant velocity, what can be said about the forces acting on it?

Back

The forces are balanced.

Front

How is velocity different from speed?

Back

Velocity includes direction, while speed does not.

Front

A car travels 150 km in 3 hours. What is its average speed?

Back

50 km/h.

Front

What is the formula for calculating speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time.

Front

What is the unit of force in the International System of Units (SI)?

Back

Newton (N).

Front

What does it mean for forces to be balanced?

Back

The net force acting on an object is zero.

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.

Front

What is acceleration?

Back

The rate of change of velocity over time.