Motion and Forces

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What is a pull?

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A pull is a force that moves something towards yourself.

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What is a push?

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A push is a force that moves something away from yourself.

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What are balanced forces?

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Balanced forces are two forces acting in opposite directions on an object, and they are equal in size, causing no movement.

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What are unbalanced forces?

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Unbalanced forces are forces that cause an object to move in the direction of the greater force.

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes in contact with another surface.

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What is a magnet?

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A magnet is an object that can attract certain metals, like iron and steel.

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What is a bar magnet?

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A bar magnet is a rectangular piece of magnet that has a north and south pole.

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What is a horseshoe magnet?

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A horseshoe magnet is shaped like a horseshoe and has strong magnetic ends.

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What is a tug-of-war?

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A tug-of-war is a game where two teams pull on opposite ends of a rope, demonstrating balanced and unbalanced forces.

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What materials can be lifted by a magnetic crane?

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Iron and steel can be lifted by a magnetic crane.

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