Forces and Motion Flashcards

Front

What are forces?

Back

Forces are pushes or pulls that act on objects. They can make things move faster or slower, change direction, or change shape.

Front

What is Newton (N)?

Back

The unit we use to measure force.

Front

What does Normal Force do?

Back

Supports objects against gravity.

Front

A person standing still is what kind of force?

Back

Balanced

Front

What is Gravity?

Back

Pulls everything toward Earth.

Front

What does Friction do?

Back

Resists motion between surfaces.

Front

Push and Pull forces are?

Back

Forces used when we move things.

Front

A ball rolling down a hill is what kind of force?

Back

Unbalanced

Front

Air Resistance is?

Back

A type of for that pushes against moving objects.

Front

What is Reference Point?

Back

A fixed location used to describe the position or movement of an object.