Types of Forces

Front

What force holds the planets in motion around the sun?

Back

Gravitational force is the attractive force that pulls objects toward each other, keeping planets in orbit around the sun.

Front

Friction acts in a direction __________ to the direction of the object’s motion.

Back

Opposite. Friction always acts in the opposite direction to the motion of an object.

Front

What is the support force exerted upon an object that is in contact with another stable object?

Back

Normal Force. It acts perpendicular to the surfaces in contact.

Front

Name the force that is responsible for the tension in a rope when it is pulled tight.

Back

Tension Force. It is the force transmitted through a string, rope, or cable when it is pulled tight.

Front

What is the force that attracts objects toward the center of the Earth?

Back

Gravity. It is the force that pulls objects toward the center of a massive body.

Front

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

Back

Friction. It resists the sliding motion of two surfaces.

Front

What type of force is exerted by a magnet on a magnetic material?

Back

Magnetic Force. It can either attract or repel depending on the orientation of the magnets.

Front

What is the force that acts on an object moving in a circular path?

Back

Centripetal Force. It acts towards the center of the circular path.

Front

What is the force that results from the interaction of charged particles?

Back

Electrical Force. It can be attractive or repulsive depending on the charges involved.

Front

What is the force that acts on an object due to its weight?

Back

Gravitational Force. It is the force of attraction between two masses.