Forces & Newton's Laws

Front

What is the tendency of an object to maintain a constant velocity?

Back

Inertia

Front

When a driver slams on the brakes, passengers fly forward. This is an example of which of Newton's Laws?

Back

Newton's 1st Law

Front

What is a force that resists an object's motion called?

Back

Friction

Front

Which of Newton's Laws states that forces always come in pairs that are equal and opposite to one another?

Back

Newton's 3rd Law

Front

Which of Newton's Laws says that objects tend to maintain a constant velocity unless acted on by an unbalanced force?

Back

Newton's 1st Law

Front

What is the force of attraction between two masses called?

Back

Gravity

Front

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

Back

Newton (N)

Front

What is the formula for calculating force?

Back

Force = Mass x Acceleration (F = m*a)

Front

What is the term for the upward force exerted by a surface that supports the weight of an object resting on it?

Back

Normal Force

Front

What is the principle that states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?

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Newton's 3rd Law