Forces LAB Flashcard Review - Uhrich 2024

Front

What is the correct unit for the slope of a graph representing force vs. acceleration?

Back

N/kg

Front

What does the symbol Fs represent in physics?

Back

Fs represents the force of static friction, measured in Newtons (N).

Front

Which equation is used to calculate the coefficient of friction?

Back

f = μ n

Front

What is the unit of inertia?

Back

kg

Front

What is the unit for mass?

Back

kilogram

Front

What is the formula for calculating force?

Back

F = m a

Front

What does the symbol μ represent in physics?

Back

μ represents the coefficient of friction.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and weight?

Back

Weight (W) is the force due to gravity acting on an object, calculated as W = m g.

Front

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

Back

Newton (N)

Front

What is the formula for calculating the normal force?

Back

n = m g, where m is mass and g is the acceleration due to gravity.