Force and Motion

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What is force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

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What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

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What is acceleration?

Back

The increase in speed or change in direction of an object.

Front

What is friction?

Back

A force that slows or stops motion when two objects rub together.

Front

What does 'attract' mean?

Back

To pull toward.

Front

What does 'repel' mean?

Back

To push away.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

A force that pulls objects toward the Earth.

Front

What is an example of motion?

Back

A car driving down the street.

Front

What happens when you push a swing?

Back

The swing moves forward.

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What is a balanced force?

Back

Forces that are equal in size and opposite in direction, causing no change in motion.