Force and Motion

Front

What is force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

A force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling us down.

Front

What does it mean to push?

Back

To apply force away from yourself.

Front

What does it mean to pull?

Back

To apply force toward yourself.

Front

What is a ramp?

Back

A sloped surface that helps move objects up or down.

Front

What happens when you push harder on an object?

Back

It moves faster or farther.

Front

What is a steep ramp?

Back

A ramp that goes up quickly and is hard to climb.

Front

What is a long ramp?

Back

A ramp that is stretched out and easier to climb.

Front

Why do some stars look brighter than others?

Back

Because they are closer to Earth.