Push and Pull

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 brings an object closer to you.

Front

What happens when you push an object harder?

Back

The object moves faster or farther.

Front

What happens when you pull an object harder?

Back

The object moves closer to you more quickly.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is the invisible force that pulls objects toward the Earth.

Front

Can a ball at rest stay at rest without a push or pull?

Back

Yes, a ball at rest will stay at rest unless a force acts on it.

Front

What is an example of a push?

Back

Pushing a swing to make it go higher.

Front

What is an example of a pull?

Back

Pulling a door open.

Front

What does it mean to do work in physics?

Back

Doing work means applying a force to move an object.

Front

What is an example of work being done?

Back

Carrying a backpack up a hill.