Gr 3: Applying Forces to Objects Task

Gr 3: Applying Forces to Objects Task

Find 3 objects in your house and describe what happens when you apply a force.

Remember a force is push or pull that causes an object to move.

Example

My office chair moves when I put my feet on the floor and push. My chair moves backwards but not very far. To keep moving I need to keep pushing.

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Object 1

What is your object?

Which force did you apply - a push or a pull?

How does the object move?

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Object 2

What is your object?

Which force did you apply - a push or a pull?

How does the object move?

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Object 3

What is your object?

Which force did you apply - a push or a pull?

How does the object move?