Force & Motion (5th Grade)

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What is force?

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A push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

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What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

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What is gravity?

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A force that pulls objects toward each other, especially the pull of the Earth on objects.

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What is friction?

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A force that opposes the motion of two surfaces that are in contact.

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What happens when an object is in free fall?

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It is only affected by gravity and accelerates downward.

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What is inertia?

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The tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.

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What is the relationship between mass and gravity?

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The greater the mass of an object, the stronger the gravitational pull it exerts.

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What is a ramp?

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An inclined surface that connects two different heights, used to help move objects up or down.

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What is the effect of a smooth surface on friction?

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A smooth surface has less friction compared to a rough surface.

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What is the role of gravity in sports?

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Gravity affects how high a ball can be thrown and how fast it falls back to the ground.