Force and Motion 5th grade

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the Earth pulling us down.

Front

Is gravity a push or a pull?

Back

Gravity is a pull.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact.

Front

What happens when friction acts on a moving skateboard?

Back

Friction slows down and eventually stops the skateboard.

Front

What is position?

Back

Position is the location or place of an object.

Front

What is a reference point?

Back

A reference point is a stationary object used to determine the position of another object.

Front

What is a push?

Back

A push is a force that moves an object away from you.

Front

What is a pull?

Back

A pull is a force that moves an object closer to you.

Front

What is motion?

Back

Motion is the change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is the main force that causes a pencil to fall to the ground?

Back

Gravity is the main force that causes a pencil to fall to the ground.