Force and Motion

Front

What is force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is friction?

Back

A force that acts between two objects that are touching, slowing down their movement.

Front

What happens when you pull a cord attached to a box?

Back

The box will move in the direction you pull it.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

A force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling you down.

Front

What is an example of a push?

Back

Pushing a door open.

Front

What is an example of a pull?

Back

Pulling a wagon.

Front

How can a force change an object's motion?

Back

By starting the object moving or changing its direction.

Front

What is an example of motion?

Back

A car driving down the street.

Front

What is the effect of friction on motion?

Back

It slows down or stops the movement of objects.