TCAP Flashcards

Front

What is the rate at which velocity changes called?

Back

Acceleration

Front

What is a force?

Back

A push or pull

Front

What happens when like poles of a magnet are near each other?

Back

They repel

Front

What unit is used to measure the strength of a force?

Back

Newton

Front

What type of objects allow some light to pass through but appear foggy or unclear?

Back

Translucent

Front

Which objects allow light to pass through easily with no problem?

Back

Transparent

Front

What type of objects do not allow light to pass through at all?

Back

Opaque

Front

What is the Law of Superposition used for in geology?

Back

To place events and species in the appropriate geologic era

Front

What is speed a measure of?

Back

The distance an object travels in a certain amount of time

Front

What tool is used to measure the volume of an object?

Back

Graduated cylinder